SEASONAL FITNESS INSRUCTOR

JOB TITLE: Seasonal Fitness Instructor – Various

REPORTS TO: Parks and Recreation Operations Supervisor

SALARY RANGE: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour based on experience

***POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED***

SUMMARY:

Bring the hype and guide our participants to their best selves. The Fitness Instructor position is an integral part of the Town of Wellington Parks and Recreation and is responsible for creating inclusive and engaging fitness classes in their specialty for participants to engage in. Classes could include but are not limited to Yoga, Zumba, Karate, Dance Lessons (of any kind), bodyweight workouts, etc. These classes will be held in the Leeper Center. We do not have a Rec Center or Gym spaces for classes. There is an opportunity for outdoor classes and events.

TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of the position and not all encompassing. The Town may change these duties at any time.

· Lead, motivate, and develop safe and adaptable exercise routines or classes for varying ages and fitness levels from beginning to end.

· Assist in the preparation and oversight of Wellington Parks and Recreation programs and services according to class type.

· Learn registration software and help assist customers with registrations and payments on site. Performs cash handling procedures and assures compliance with Town financial policies.

· Clean and prepare the room before classes and reset the space back when classes are complete.

· Prepare music and other curriculum materials for classes.

· Hold and maintain an instructor certification for any class interested in teaching – or equivalent if no recognized certification exists. Must provide valid certification documents upon request.

· Ability to establish and maintain strong relations with participants to increase or maintain attendance. Develop and implement new programs to follow the current trends of the fitness industry.

· When requested, attend special events to promote fitness programs.

· Assistant in maintaining and organizing inventory of necessary Parks and Recreation fitness equipment.

· Attend staff meetings and trainings.

· Enforce and maintain Town policies; answer questions and respond to complaints and concerns. Explain and enforce facility and/or program rules, policies, and procedures while positively representing the Town of Wellington Parks and Recreation Department.

ABILITY TO:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required

· Read, understand, and complete written request and work assignments.

· Work cooperatively with other employees and the public.

· Legally drive a vehicle without restrictions.

· Communicate clearly, concisely, and courteously, both orally and in writing

· Act quickly, calmly, and appropriately in emergency situations.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· May be subject to noise, dust, and high and low temperatures.

· Frequent physical activity including but not limited to reaching, bending over, climbing, looking up down and side to side, walking, sitting, standing, talking, seeing, hearing, and manual dexterity.

· Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

· Must pass criminal history check.

· Must pass motor vehicle records check.

· Must possess a valid driver’s license.

· Must participate in direct deposit.

START DATE: Immediately upon successful background and motor vehicle test.

WORKING HOURS: Variable including weekdays, afternoons, evening, nights, weekends, and holidays.

DURATION: This position is defined as seasonal with funding through the end of the year (12/2024). However, this position could be retained with continued funding and need.

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal function of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or provide relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload. The Town of Wellington is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is the equal opportunity employment policy of the Town to make all recruitment, hiring, and placement decisions as well as other employment decisions on the basis of the qualifications of the individuals considered for the position to be filled, without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex or national origin.

All applicants must be physically able to perform the essential job functions outlined above, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Job Type: Seasonal

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 1 – 10 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25