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?
Salary: $19.87 - $26.83 Hourly
Location : CO 80033, CO
Job Type: Variable (Seasonal, Temp,& Other Non-benfited)
Job Number: 2025-00016
Department: Parks and Recreation
Division: PR: Fitness
Opening Date: 01/17/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
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
Develop and teach class content appropriate to the course description and level; develop appropriate tools necessary to offer quality; provide feedback to class participants and proper instruction in use of support materials; monitors participants and their ability to participate; monitors attire to properly perform, i.e., shoes, etc., if applicable.
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 under the direct supervision of the assigned Recreation Coordinator or Recreation Supervisor.
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
Working Conditions/Physical And Mental Effort
Performed in an indoor setting where incumbent may be subject to noise and distraction; requires extended periods of speaking in a loud voice for up to an hour at a time; requires public relations skills in handling concerns and complaints; entails working closely with others and working with little supervision; requires excellent organizational/time management skills. Requires muscular exertion and/or physical strain and frequent concentration on an activity where the flow of work is intermittent; requires use of hands to fingers, ability to reach, climb, bend, stoop, crouch and occasionally lift objects weighing less than 24 lbs.
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.
Use of the Recreation Center along with classes and programs offered at a discounted rate. Regulations apply ask for full program description.
01
Are you currently CPR/First Aid/AED certified?
Obtaining American Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR/First Aid/AED certifications is required within 60 days of hire. Can you meet this requirement?
Please explain your experience and number of years you have been teaching group exercise classes.
04
What type of fitness classes are you able and interested in teaching?
Required Question
Location : CO 80033, CO
Job Type: Variable (Seasonal, Temp,& Other Non-benfited)
Job Number: 2025-00016
Department: Parks and Recreation
Division: PR: Fitness
Opening Date: 01/17/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
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
Develop and teach class content appropriate to the course description and level; develop appropriate tools necessary to offer quality; provide feedback to class participants and proper instruction in use of support materials; monitors participants and their ability to participate; monitors attire to properly perform, i.e., shoes, etc., if applicable.
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 under the direct supervision of the assigned Recreation Coordinator or Recreation Supervisor.
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
Working Conditions/Physical And Mental Effort
Performed in an indoor setting where incumbent may be subject to noise and distraction; requires extended periods of speaking in a loud voice for up to an hour at a time; requires public relations skills in handling concerns and complaints; entails working closely with others and working with little supervision; requires excellent organizational/time management skills. Requires muscular exertion and/or physical strain and frequent concentration on an activity where the flow of work is intermittent; requires use of hands to fingers, ability to reach, climb, bend, stoop, crouch and occasionally lift objects weighing less than 24 lbs.
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.
Use of the Recreation Center along with classes and programs offered at a discounted rate. Regulations apply ask for full program description.
01
Are you currently CPR/First Aid/AED certified?
- Yes
- No
Obtaining American Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR/First Aid/AED certifications is required within 60 days of hire. Can you meet this requirement?
- Yes
- No
Please explain your experience and number of years you have been teaching group exercise classes.
04
What type of fitness classes are you able and interested in teaching?
Required Question
Salary : $20 - $27
