What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fitness Instructor position at JCPRD?
Overview
Make a positive impact on the community by joining the Johnson County Park and Recreation District team and help us enhance the lives of thousands through excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. As a JCPRD employee, you'll be part of a locally, regionally, and nationally acclaimed organization that annually hosts nearly 7 million park visitors and engages nearly 3 million participants in 4,000 programs. With excellent benefits, retirement plans, employee incentives, and a great organizational culture, JCPRD is building a thriving park and recreation system that inspires play, culture, and education, supporting healthy and fulfilling lives for all. Come work where you play!
Job Description
- Instructors are responsible for providing their own music, tracking class attendance, starting/ending class on time and turning in paperwork in a timely manner.
- Experience working with older adults, confident managing multiple participants at a time, and the ability to create a fun environment.
- Responsible for the preparation of lessons plans, instructing, and evaluating class participants.
- Greeting participants and providing a high level of customer service.
- Arrive on time and prepare needed equipment.
- Have a positive attitude and show professionalism in communications.
- Track attendance and communicate program updates to participants.
- Respond quickly to all emergencies and administer first aid as needed.
- Must exhibit initiative in the absence of supervision.
Job Requirements
- High School graduate or equivalent.
- Must have current CPR and Group Exercise Certification.
- Could be a year-round position.
- Criminal History Background Check required.
- Monday – Friday daytime availability preferred.
JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department.
