Group Fitness Instructor

Duties/Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expertise in appropriate group exercise and quality fitness instruction for University Fitness Center members, to include students, faculty, staff, community members, and participants
• Prepare materials, equipment and location for class offerings
• Provide guidance and support to class participants both individually and corporately
• Cover an assessment of class participation and satisfaction
• Ensure teaching methods and modalities are accepted as safe and appropriate by University Recreation
• Provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants
• Arrive promptly for class and provide instruction for the entire advertised class time period

Minimum Requirements

• High school education or equivalent
• 0-8+ years of full-time verifiable related work experience
• Must be certified or be able to attain a certification in some form of Group Exercise Instruction within 1 year of time of hire OR be enrolled in the In-House CPT/ GE certification Course at UAH Recreation
• Must be able to acquire a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), first aid, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification within 6 months of time of hire
• Working knowledge of program activities and the ability to adhere to and enforce University Fitness Center policies and procedures is required

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in a Sports & Facilities Management or Kinesiology preferred
• Willingness to seek additional training or certifications as needed to enhance leadership and instruction is desired
• Have multiple certifications or be able to teach multiple formats