Job detail

Group Exercise Instructor

Drexel University

#Exercise Science #Wellness #Health Promotion #ACE #Kinesiology #ACSM #Pilates #Fitness Instruction #Zumba #Les Mills

Quick overview

Instruct a variety of fitness classes for students, staff, and community members while ensuring a safe and inclusive environment. Responsibilities include choreographing routines, managing equipment, and enforcing facility policies.

Requirements summary

Requires a high school diploma and CPR/First Aid/AED certification. Preferred candidates have a degree in Exercise Science or a recognized group exercise certification with 1-2 years of experience.

high schoolbachelor degreeprofessional certificateCustomer ServiceEquipment SetupChoreographyGroup Exercise InstructionFitness ProgrammingCPR/First Aid/AEDExercise ModificationClass Cueing

Job description

Job Summary

Group Exercise Instructors are an important part of the Fitness and Wellness department here at Drexel's Recreation Center. Group Exercise Instructors are responsible for teaching a variety of fitness classes in a variety of levels to Drexel students, staff, and community members. Some class examples may include: BODYPUMP, Zumba, Yoga, Cycle, Pilates, and more. They are responsible for providing a safe, fun and inclusive environment for all members.

Essential Functions
Set up and clean up of equipment and music
Provide customer service and a friendly attitude
Choreograph, count, cue, modify exercises, correct form, choose music
Be knowledgeable of and able to enforce facility and program policies
Assist with any program events
Attend meetings/trainings
Keep up with emails and group chat for information and subs
Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications
Minimum of a HS Diploma or GED
CPR/First Aid/AED Cert- or ability to get certified
Ability to complete the workout themselves and talk while teaching
Ability to communicate with supervisor via email, group chat and reply within 24 hour period unless noted, and ability to ask questions or address concerns in a respectful manner
Ability to communicate and work with with co-workers when looking for coverage, asking questions, or solving problems
Adaptable, team player, professional

Preferred Qualifications

Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Health Promotion, etc.
Group Exercise nationally recognized certification (ACE, AFAA, ACSM, NCSA, etc.) OR certification for the specific class you want to teach (Zumba, Les Mills,etc)
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed.
1-2 years prior experience in teaching group exercise
Passionate about exercise and helping people
Ability to lead, communicate, problem solve, and multitask
Ability to teach multiple formats

Physical Demands
Typically standing, walking
Typically bending, crouching, stooping
Typically running, climbing
Lifting demands ≤ 50lbs

Location
Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information

This is a Part-Time per diem position classified as Non-Exempt. The offered pay is based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Per Diem/Casual/Temporary Benefit Fact Sheet [https://drexel.edu/~/media/Files/hr/benefits/Per-Diem-Casual-Temp-Factsheet.ashx?la=en].

Special Instructions to the Applicant Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

Please select which classes you are able to instruct when submitting your application: Bodypump Bodycombat Bootcamp LesMills Core Mat Pilates Spin Yoga Zumba

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.