Group Fitness Instructor at Jewish Community Center of York Pennsylvania

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:Overview: The Group Fitness Instructor position is responsible for conducting safe, effective, creative, and enjoyable exercise classes by providing excellent leadership, quality instruction and high energy motivation. The Group Fitness Instructor reports directly to the Fitness Director/ Group Fitness Coordinator. General Responsibilities:Greet members warmly, enthusiastically and by name (smiling, eye contact), maintaining an atmosphere that motivates long-term participation and member retentionEducate participants on proper form, anatomy, training principles, and modifications of movesPlace the safety and needs of the class first and maintain a positive exercise experience for the participants.Responsible to provide legally purchased music appropriate for the exercise format, quarterly releases and/or other continuing education.Keep the equipment, studios, and storage areas clean and organized.Ensure that class participants are caring for the equipment and wiping down after use. Maintain proper and care of all instructor equipment including mics, music, stereo equipment and cablesReport any damaged or broken equipment to Fitness Director/ Group Fitness Coordinator in a timely mannerDress appropriately for class format and demonstrate role model techniqueProvide excellent customer service o JCC members, guests, and staff by adhering to the JCC Employee Code of Conduct and Staff Code of Caring. Requirements:Performance Expectations: Arrive 15 minutes prior to class, prepared to begin and end class on time. Responsible for own class coverage when unavailable to teach.Be accountable for accurate class attendance numbers Strive for required class attendance target numbers designated.Clock in and out for every class in Paylocity Actively communicate with the Fitness Director/Group Fitness Coordinator via email, text, and phoneFlexible to teach other instructor’s classes when neededAttend all meetings and events that support the department’s main objectives and responsibilitiesPositively and actively promote the JCC’s mission, membership, programs, events, and charitable purpose to JCC members and the general publicMust be able to lift 30 pounds Must be able to perform all skills you are scheduled to teach Physically fit to lead class at the appropriate level and with role model presentation. Be familiar with the mission, vision statements, and Core Values of the JCC. Model the Core Values while working and communicating with members and staffSkills and Qualifications:Minimum of 18 years of age CPR/AED with First Aid Certification must be current and maintainedMust hold, provide proof of, and maintain a nationally recognized specialty certification completion required for the class. Les Mills PreferredInstructors who have completed any Les Mills initial training may only team teach until video is submitted and proof of a “pass” score is approvedZumba instructors must remain in active status on the Zumba network\Hours needed are 8am-12pm