Experience working with a wide array of populations and/or conditions.
At least six months of teaching experience.
Current CPR and First Aid certification.
Maintain a group exercise certification; accepted instructor certifications include ACE, AFAA, ACSM, and YMCA.
Recognize exercise contraindications and safety concerns.
Adhere to class formats and be able to recognize class deficiencies and make necessary modifications.
Have working knowledge and aptitude in fitness.
Demonstrate reliability and punctuality.
Have strong customer service and interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate.
Be able to make sound decisions and demonstrate strong organizational skills.
Be able to use a computer and have knowledge of Microsoft Word and/or a time entry system.
Be able to establish and maintain effective relationships with City personnel and the general public.
Be proficient in teaching to the beat of music using a 32-count.
Be willing to encourage participation in other City fitness programs.
Responsibilities
Instruct aerobic-based group fitness classes, including low-impact aerobics, senior exercise programs such as Silver Sneakers, older adult fitness classes, circuit training, and strength training.
Educate participants on proper and safe exercise form.
Enforce policies and procedures in group fitness activity areas and execute the risk management plan.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in large group presentations is highly recommended.
The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include: Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration. Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement. All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance.
Apply by: Continuous
HIRING RANGE: $18.00 - $23.00
Classes are held at all four recreation centers (the Link, Carmody, Green Mountain, and Whitlock Rec centers) and Clements Community Center.
The City of Lakewood is currently recruiting variable employees for this position. A variable employee is an at-will employee who works in a seasonal or temporary capacity. Their work schedule is based on business need. This position would be a part-time non benefitted position.
JOB SUMMARY Group Fitness Instructors can teach at any of the four recreation centers for the City of Lakewood and Clements Community Center. This position is directly supervised by the Fitness Specialist and Fitness Coordinator, and will assist in a variety of areas, including, but not limited to:
Instruct aerobic-based group fitness classes to community members. Formats offered by the fitness program include, but are not limited to, low-impact aerobics, senior exercise programs, including Silver Sneakers classes, older adult fitness classes, circuit training, and strength training.
Educate participants on proper and safe exercise form.
Enforce policies and procedures in group fitness activity areas. Execute risk management plan.
Maintain group exercise certification.
Job Requirements
Group Fitness Instructor: ACE, AFAA, ACSM & YMCA
Experience:
Experience working with a wide array of populations and/or conditions.
Minimum of 6 months teaching experience.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current CPR and First Aid certification.
KSA's and Physical/Mental Requirements:
Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Awareness and recognition of exercise contraindications
Adherence to class format
Reliable and punctual
Recognition of safety concerns
Working knowledge and aptitude in fitness.
Possess strong customer service and interpersonal skills and ability to communicate
Ability to make sound decisions.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to use a computer, knowledge of Microsoft Word and/or time entry system
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other City personnel and the general public.
Experience in large group presentations highly recommended
Ability to recognize deficiencies in class and make necessary modifications as needed
Proficient in teaching to the beat of the music (32-count) *
Willingness to encourage participation in other fitness programs offered by the City of Lakewood
EQUIPMENT USED Telephone Computer Fitness equipment (weights/bands/balls)
Pay Range
$15.16-$57.58
Background and reference checks will be conducted for all regular and some variable/seasonal positions.