Group Fitness Instructor - Temporary Technical (VTS)

About the role

A Group Fitness Instructor plays a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming, and engaging fitness experience within the David Williams II Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center. In this role, you will lead and inspire participants through high quality, effective, and dynamic group workouts.

Responsibilities

• Greet participants and build a positive community
• Lead safe and well-structured group fitness classes according to established guidelines and formats
• Provide a proper warm up and cool down as part of all class formats and ensure exercises are performed safely by providing clear instructions/cues
• Assist participants with proper form and technique and provide modifications to accommodate varying fitness levels
• Routine preparation and change of choreography/routines and music to keep classes fresh and engaging
• Recognize and respond effectively in emergency situations
• Identify and report any unsafe facility conditions or faulty equipment to your supervisor or facility team
• Follow and enforce University and Rec policies and compliance standards

Qualifications

• Current Group Fitness Instructor Certification required (preference given to specialty certifications of Pilates, Cycling, and Strength formats)
• One to two years of teaching experience is required
• CPR/AED First Aid certificate required
• Ability to pass a university-mandated background check
• Ability to work independently and adapt in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrates knowledge and application of established exercise techniques and standards
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, strong customer service, and a reliable work ethic

Pay

Pay Range: $20 - $30 per hour