What are the responsibilities and job description for the Group Exercise Instructor position at The Salvation Army Northwest Division?
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Instruct with sound principles in the area of group exercise.
- Ability to teach beginners through advanced learners in the area of group exercise.
- Ability to speak and communicate before both small and large groups of people with poise and enthusiasm.
- Provide individual guidelines for development in the area of group exercise.
- Critique and give feedback to participants regarding their work and performance level.
- Create, teach, demonstrate and implement planned practices suitable for children and adults of all ages and abilities.
- Knowledge of safety precautions needed and ability to ensure compliance/ adherence by all class members.
- Maintain a safe working environment; report all harmful problems with facilities to proper supervisor.
- Generate legible and accurate accident and incident reports as required and immediately rectify or notify appropriate personnel of all accidents or potentially unsafe conditions.
- Follow and adhere to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures
- Provide a safe, fun and enjoyable learning environment for all participants.
- Maintain an open communication with direct supervisor in regards to scheduling and coaching.
- Maintain a professional demeanor and attitude with children, patrons, customers, staff and upper management.
- Be on time and prepared to teach your class.
- Help facilitate equality and fairness among all participants.
- Ensure that any classroom changes or modifications are communicated to all classroom participants in an efficient manner.
- Adhere to all Protecting the Mission Policies and Procedures as established by The Salvation Army.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
General Qualifications and Proficiencies:
- At least three years of prior experience teaching or working in the area of instruction specified; preferred.
- Certification at an ‘intermediate’ level of expertise preferred.
- Where applicable, must have up to date personal insurance prior to employment.
- High School diploma or GED equivalency.
- Must have strong organizational skills and abilities.
- Must have a working knowledge and ability to operate a computer.
- Must be able to function effectively with minimal or no supervision.
- Must be able to demonstrate various skills in the area of instruction specified.
- Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
- Must have ability to work and relate well with people.
- Meet all health and safety regulations as defined by the Health Department as well as The Salvation Army.
- Must be in good physical and mental health, capable of meeting the demands of the gymnasium and athletic field programs.
- Have a Philosophy of education and child development, which is consistent with that of the Center and The Salvation Army.
- Have the ability to work with children, parents, and staff in a capacity of leadership, counseling and education including but not limited to:
- Ability to relate joyfully and sensitively to children of all ages.
- Sensitivity to children’s individual needs.
- Ability to use appropriate positive discipline consistently.
- Ability to handle security and crisis situations, calmly.
- Ability to seek supervision and use it consistently.
- Maintain a professional attitude and approach to problem solving.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
- Ability to grasp, push, pull objects and reach overhead.
- Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs.
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Minorities/Women/Disabled/Protected Veterans
Experience
Preferred- Certification at an ‘intermediate’ level of expertise preferred.
- At least three years of prior experience teaching or working in the area of instruction specified; preferred.
Education
Required- High School or Equivalent or better
Skills
Preferred- CPR/AED
Behaviors
Preferred- Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Motivations
Preferred- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
