What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Fitness Instructor position at AutismUp?
Position Summary
The Personal Fitness Instructor will facilitate and provide direct instruction in an individual fitness-based program. Programs will focus on fitness related activities and are tailored specifically for each participant. The Personal Fitness Instructor must be able to modify exercises based on participant needs as well as be able to motivate participants to reach their individualized goals.
Responsibilities:
- Connect with each participant and/or family members to create an individualized fitness plan
- Completes the initial Personal Fitness Instructor Intake Form within 2 weeks of each participant’s first Personal Training class
- Coordinate and schedule individual training classes with participants and/or family members
- Completes class scheduling, preparation, cleaning procedures, family communication, and documentation associated with Personal Training as part of the Personal Fitness Instructor responsibilities
- Demonstrate various exercises and routines
- Supervise participant’s exercise routines and assist them in utilizing the correct techniques to minimize injury and improve fitness
- Monitor individual goals, objectives, and progress of participant’s while providing families progress updates
- Responsible for the supervision and safety of program participants
- Communicate with Fitness Coordinator on participant’s progress
- Participates in AutismUp staff trainings and in-services as directed by the Interim Program Manager
- Completes all required documentation in a timely manner
- Works closely with the Fitness Coordinator with ensuring the AutismUp Fitness Programs remain innovative both from equipment and support perspective
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma required; Bachelor Degree preferred
- Related college degree, coursework or fitness certifications required
- 2 years professional experience preferred
- Experience working with individuals with ASD or other disabilities
- Experience/training in adaptive P.E. helpful
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $25
