Track & Field Instructor - ComEd Recreational Facility

Essential Duties

• Instructs scheduled track and field classes, beginning and ending on time; provides adequate and effective fitness skills and lessons.
• Instructs patrons on appropriate workout and training methods; explains proper techniques, demonstrates exercises and identifies different muscle groups.
• Prepares appropriate equipment and learning aids for each class.
• Develops age-appropriate curriculum as well as level 2 curriculum.
• Aids patrons, answers questions, and maintains a positive experience for participants.
• Keeps management informed of customer and facility needs.
• Ensures that safety standards are met, and department and facility policies are adhered to.
• Implements and regulates the facilities' policies and procedures.

Skills Required

• Previous teaching experience in a group setting required.
• Able to teach starting at age 5 participants.
• Self-motivated, with excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Punctual, reliable, organized and responsible.

Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience in a group setting required.
• Able to teach starting at age 5 participants.
• Self-motivated, with excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Punctual, reliable, organized and responsible.
• Possess current Red Cross CPR certification, Certified Instructor (ACE, AFAA) or equivalent, have working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology and training principles.
• Ability to be professional and motivate class participants.
• Ability to cooperate and work well with other staff members.

Schedule

3:30 - 7:00 PM on Wednesdays and Thursdays

Hourly Rate

$19.00

Benefits

• Paid Leave Accrual
• Sick Time
• 401(k) once eligibility is met

Physical Demands

• Frequent walking, standing, sitting for long hours.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally aiding or assisting participants.
• Endurance to complete the instruction of the assigned fitness program.