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Class Experience & Talent Leader Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges Inc - 3.9 Livingston, NJ Job Details Part-time 17 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Disability insurance Employee assistance program 403(b) Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications CPR Certification Event audio-visual coordination Fitness customer service Clean workspace maintenance Community relationship building Customer service problem-solving

AED Certification Full Job Description Description:

The Class Experience & Talent Leader is the cultural heartbeat of our facility. You are responsible for building a world-class team of instructors, cultivating an inclusive and magnetic member community, and ensuring our studios always deliver a flawless, sensory-rich workout environment.

Requirements:

Role and Responsibilities:

Recruit, audition, onboard, coach, and evaluate group exercise instructors, including cycle, yoga, and studio-based formats. Conduct regular class observations and audits, providing ongoing feedback on cueing, musicality, programming, energy, member engagement, and overall instructional quality. Foster instructor development through mentoring, training, and performance improvement initiatives. Oversee the cleanliness, organization, safety, and presentation of all fitness studios and group exercise spaces. Ensure all fitness equipment, sound systems, lighting, and studio technology are operational and support an exceptional participant experience. Maintain a visible presence in fitness areas, building strong relationships with members and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment. Assist members in selecting programs and classes that align with their health and wellness goals. Respond promptly and professionally to member feedback, concerns, and service recovery opportunities. Plan, coordinate, and execute special events, workshops, challenge programs, master classes, and community- building initiatives. Collaborate with marketing and branch leadership to promote programs and increase participation, retention, and member engagement. Manage group exercise schedules and instructor assignments to ensure full program coverage. Maintain a reliable substitute instructor pool and coordinate emergency coverage to minimize schedule disruptions and prevent class cancellations. Monitor class attendance, participation trends, and member feedback to identify opportunities for program enhancement and growth. Ensure compliance with YMCA standards, risk management practices, safety procedures, and instructor certification requirements. Support branch goals related to membership growth, engagement, retention, and overall wellness program performance.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience leading, auditing, or mentoring group fitness instructors (Studio, Cycle, or Yoga formats).
• Current Group Fitness Certification (ACE, AFAA, NASM) or a specialized modality certification (e.g., 200-hour RYT for Yoga).
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• A high standard for facility presentation, cleanliness, and audio/visual setup.
• Magnetic personality with a proven track record of resolving customer complaints and building strong, diverse community relationships.

Part Time Benefits:

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes paid sick leave, a legal plan, disability insurance, life insurance, 12% retirement benefits upon eligibility, a 403 (b) plan, an employee assistance program, professional development opportunities, Metro Y program discounts, and complimentary use of YMCA facilities.