What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor- Fitness (Cycling, Low Impact, High Impact, Step, Kickboxing, etc.) position at City of Wheat Ridge?
Description
Responsible for instruction and promotion of various types of aerobic classes (low-impact, step, weight training, cycling, etc.).
All team members are expected to adhere to the organizational values of ACTION! (Accountability, Change, Teamwork, Integrity, Opportunity, Now!) and are responsible for contributing to the achievements of the organization and department. Team members are expected to continue to grow professionally and to apply learning in their job setting.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide a safe environment for all participants; enforce all general building policies if applicable; complete any necessary reports and forms, i.e., Accident Reports, Health Forms, Attendance Records, Supply Requests, etc.
Attend scheduled meetings as required; responsible for finding a dependable, appropriate substitute upon their absence.
Responsible for preparation for program activities; prepare lesson plans, organize relative equipment; may be required to set-up and break-down materials used for instruction. Perform related work as required and assigned.
Supervision Received:
Work is performed in accordance with standard practice and methods requiring initiative to complete recurring assignments independently and judgment to determine which of many methods are applicable in any given situation. Finished work is reviewed for accuracy, quality and completeness. Unfamiliar situations are referred to the supervisor.
Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
EQUIPMENT USED:
The ability to properly operate or use the following equipment is necessary for this position: telephone, copier, other office equipment; all equipment necessary to teach and adhere to required policies/ procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge - Principles, practices, teaching methods and techniques that provide positive motivation; of rules, strategies, and skills; of the cardiovascular system, human anatomy; exercise science and a variety of resistance training programming and injury prevention.
Skills - Public relations skills; in the operation of necessary equipment; must be versatile in all developmental stages.
Abilities - Instruct the assigned class; control large groups of people; follow instructions; remain current on the trends of the industry; communicate effectively to the participants when teaching skills; analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine proper courses of action to be taken; work with little supervision; learn and adhere to the facility emergency procedures; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
EVIDENCE OF QUALIFICATIONS:
Training – Group Exercise Certification from a nationally recognized fitness organization such as ACE, AFFA or ACSM and/or certification from a nationally recognized organization depending on fitness class.
Experience –
Level I: Previous instructional experience preferred.
Level II: Minimum of five (5) years previous instructional experience
Supplemental Information
Adult CPR and First Aid certifications are required at time of hire; American Red Cross Adult CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications required within 45 days of hire.
It is the policy of the City of Wheat Ridge not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or municipal law unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification. The City of Wheat Ridge will consider reasonable accommodations for employment to qualified applicants upon request to the Human Resources Office.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.
