A Personal Trainer or Fitness Instructor develops customized exercise and fitness programs for clients. Reviews health and fitness goals, teaches correct and safe exercise technique, monitors progress and provides encouragement for clients. Leads fitness and exercise classes at a community center, club or pool. Teaches aerobics, water, strength building or other exercises and maintains equipment.
Fitchburg State University, located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, is a public institution dedicated to integrating high-quality professional programs with strong liberal arts and sciences studies. Founded in 1894, the university now has more than 30 undergraduate programs and 22 master's degree programs, and 6,000 full and part-time students. We invite you to learn more about us and how we can help you achieve your educational goals. Institutional Diversity and Social Justice Fitchburg State University embraces a commitment to diversity, inclusion, belonging and social justice. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply and also those who can contribute to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research and mentorship.
Job Description:
Fitchburg State University Athletics & Recreation Group Fitness instructors are an integral part of the Athletics & Recreation team. Instructors are responsible for leading group fitness classes that may range in category and difficulty level. This may include choreography, counting, cueing and more.
General Duties include:
Provide a safe and fun environment for participants Provide good customer service to all participants Demonstrate and promote knowledge of proper group fitness components - warm up, aerobic exercise, flexibility, cool down, etc. Assist with maintenance of group fitness equipment and storage areas Awareness of Recreation policies and procedures that pertain to Group Fitness Enforce facility and program policies Assist with special events when possible
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications include: Ability to conduct safe and effective classes Prior experience teaching/leading group fitness classes Knowledge in techniques and dynamics of group fitness Able to work a minimum number of hours per week (ideally at least two classes per week) Knowledge of strength training and/or cardiovascular exercise Good communication skills Must be reliable and dependable Preferred Qualifications include: National Fitness Certification (ACE, ACSM, AFAA, etc.) Have current certification for specific class format CPR/AED certification Available to work over winter break
Additional Information:
This is a part-time, non-benefited position with a varied schedule. Hourly rate $25.00. Fitchburg State University is an equal opportunity employer.
Application Instructions:
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