Washington University in St. Louis
Location
University City, Missouri
Salary
$30 - $48 / HOUR
The Fitness Instructor is responsible for guiding and motivating participants through various group fitness classes, including preparing workouts and choreography. They serve as an advocate for healthy lifestyles and ensure proper form and alignment during exercises.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least one valid fitness certification in a specific format such as Pilates or Yoga. A bachelor's degree and two years of instructional experience are preferred.
Scheduled Hours 10
WashU's Division of Student Affairs seeks a fitness professional for the position of Fitness Instructor II. The Division of Student Affairs advances the educational mission of the university through resources and experiences outside the classroom that prepare our students for lifelong success. The Fitness Instructor is responsible for guiding group fitness classes that vary in format and levels. Must hold a valid certification in Pilates, Pilates Reformer, Pilates Chair, Yoga, and/or Intermediate/Advanced Training Methodology.
Job Description: Primary
Provides fitness instruction at assigned facility. Promotes knowledge of proper group fitness components, i.e., warm up, aerobic exercise, flexibility, cool down, proper form and alignment, etc. Motivates and instructs participants through exercises and routines. Prepares workouts/choreography for fitness classes. Serves as an advocate for fitness and healthy lifestyles at WashU. Performs other duties as assigned. Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations Availability to work both weekday and weekend shifts Physical Effort Typically standing or walking Typically bending, crouching, stooping The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience. Certifications/Professional Licenses: The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role. First Aid CPR/AED - American Red Cross, Group Fitness Certification - Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), Group Fitness Instructor - American Council on Exercise (ACE) Work Experience: No specific work experience is required for this position.
Bachelor's degree. Multiple fitness certifications with at least two years of instructional experience. Strong communication and presentation skills. Ability to identify and correct participant technique. Ability to offer exercise modifications. Advanced knowledge in techniques and dynamics of basic group fitness and specialty classes. Have an interest in inspiring all recreation participants to build habits of wellness.
Education: Bachelor's degree Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Work Experience: Instructional (2 Years) Skills: Coaching Techniques, Communication, Exercise Instruction, Fitness Coaching, Fitness Education, Group Fitness Instruction, Group Presentations, Recreation Management, Wellness Programs Grade G12-H Salary Range $29.96 - $47.92 / Hourly The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to review our benefit eligibility criteria along with any applicable benefits. EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Q: Can I create a job alert to notify me when jobs of interest are posted? A: Yes! After you create a Candidate Home account, you can set up and manage job alerts to be sent to you either daily or weekly, according to the filters you select. You can add, edit, or delete job alerts at any time. You will need to opt in to communications from WashU when you set up your first alert and will only receive alerts for jobs posted after the alert has been created. Set alerts today so you do not miss any new opportunities! Washington University in St. Louis' collective success is significantly attributed to the passion and outstanding efforts of our community. Our staff, faculty and trainees are committed to excellence and dedicated to carrying out our missions of research, teaching and patient care. WashU prides itself on being a place where people matter, and serious work is done. Our people work together in an inclusive community that celebrates diverse perspectives, collaboration and innovation. We are a community of individuals inspired to work together to develop big ideas and tackle challenging problems. We value the well-being of our people. WashU strives to create a positive employee experience where staff, faculty and trainees thrive, both personally and professionally. Our employees find meaning, connection and vitality in their work and life with a healthy work-life balance and support to learn, grow and make an impact at WashU, the community and the world. Useful Links
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