Wellness Instructor

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Med Wellness & Recreation - Group Fitness has exciting opportunities for temporary Wellness Instructors to work in Miami, FL. The Wellness Instructor conducts assessments, develops, and implements training regimens, provides motivated fitness coaching, facilitates science-based workforce interventions, and monitors fitness areas to assist members in wellness programs and training.

• Conducts fitness and health risk assessments and baseline biometric testing. 

• Reviews health history questionnaires to assess risk factors that may require medical clearance. 

• Compiles and manages member intervention and fitness data using relevant programs.

• Develops and implements structured exercise programs for members, such as personal training.

• Monitors participants engaged in fitness and intervention programs.

• Develops and presents fitness and intervention educational sessions to members.

• Answers members’ questions and instructs them on how to operate equipment.

• Ensures members are following policies and procedures in the fitness areas.

• Supervises fitness area and classrooms and inspects cardio, training, and functional equipment for damage, wear, loss, and improper usage. 

• Assists wellness programs and membership staff in facilitation of orientations, educational programs, and marketing campaigns.

Department Specific Functions

• Teach group exercise classes (in-person and/or virtual), including Yoga at various levels, Mat and Reformer Pilates, and Dance classes.

• Act as substitute as needed for other class instructors. 

• Offer challenging and educational exercise routines to help members reach their health and fitness goals while maintaining safety and remaining within scope of practice.

• Achieve daily class attendance goals by developing strong relationships with current class participants and working to attract new participants.

• Set up equipment, test microphone, and greet members as they enter fitness room. 

• Maintain, clean, re-rack and organize all equipment at the end of class. 

• Attend mandatory meetings and master class sessions as required.

• Maintain all mandatory education certifications.  

• Maintain constant communication with Fitness & Wellness Center administrative offices and supervisor by email, phone, in person, etc. 

• Follow all Fitness & Wellness Center policies, procedures, and standards including existing music and video policies.

• Other job related duties as assigned.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                        

• High School diploma or equivalent required

• Certification in relevant specialty or field

• Minimum two years of relevant experience

• Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

• Commitment to the University’s core values.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Part time

Employee Type:

Temporary-Intermittent