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YMCA of Greater Seattle

Pilates Reformer Instructor - Healthy Living III

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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.

$48,651 / year median in Washington

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

Job DescriptionOverview Our Commitment to Equity The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner. Job Summary
  • This is an on-site position Provides specialized Pilates Reformer instruction to members.
What you'll get from working at the Y Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Retirement with generous employer contributions Free access to mental health resources Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs 25% for part-time staff, 50% for full-time staff
  • Some benefits only available to full-time staff
Hiring Range:
$24.00 - $26.40/hour DOE
  • Instructors are paid for class time, as well as the 15 minutes before and after a class.
Responsibilities Plans and instructs classes or programs in a specialty area. Observes and discusses individual progress with participants. Develops positive relationships with participants and facilitates relationship building among participants and members. Provides motivational support and guidance. Increases participant awareness of all healthy lifestyle factors. Encourages member and parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers. Attends staff meetings and approved trainings as required. Sets up and takes down class equipment. Reports equipment problems. Ensures safe and effective classes. Responds to, and reports, accidents and incidents. Conveys basic knowledge of all Y Total Health/Activate America programs. Tracks, monitors, evaluates and transitions assigned Total Health participants providing motivational support and counseling. Accurately maintains related records. Leads ongoing YMCA Total Health classes or programs in a specialized area. Code of Conduct for Applicants All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements. Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization's abuse risk management standards. Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization's abuse risk management standards.
Qualifications Pilates Certification:
Mat certification currently recognized locally are Physical Mind Institute, STOTT, Polestar, Pilates studio in Seattle. High school education or equivalent preferred. Two or more years experience teaching or practicing in specialized area and certification. Ability to lead a class or provide individual service. Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations. Ability to motivate and educate members. Ability to set up, move and store equipment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Current state approved first aid certification.
  • Current state approved CPR certification.
  • Knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful. Total Service/Total Health Training
  • Within 30 days of employment or first available training.
  • Within 90 days of employment or first available training.
Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered. You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you Thrive on working in a collaborative environment. Are very adaptable. Have high ownership and strong work ethic. Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet. Truly enjoy being of service to people. Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together. Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all. Our Mission Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body. YMCA of Greater Seattle's Core Values Respect Responsibility Honesty Caring Passion for Excellence YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law. All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.
Pay:
$24.00 - $26.40 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Gym membership On-site gym Paid time off Application Question(s): All individuals hired by the YMCA of Greater Seattle must complete a background check (and on safety-sensitive driving positions, drug tests) as part of the post-offer onboarding process. Criminal backgrounds will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis; a positive drug test result (including marijuana) for any safety-sensitive positions requiring driving will likely result in the withdrawal of a job offer.
  • Please note that background check turnaround time can vary by jurisdiction: Background check results for King and Pierce counties typically return within 1-2 days.
However, your start date may have to be pushed back by days or weeks as we wait for the background check to clear if you recently lived abroad or in a smaller county that may have more limited resources for digitizing and making records available online. Please type "I understand" to acknowledge these requirements. Are you a relative or household member of another employee at the YMCA of Greater Seattle? If yes, please list employee's name. Are you able to perform the essential job duties for this position either with or without an accommodation? Do you speak another language besides English? If yes, please list them below. If you are an internal candidate (currently work for the YMCA of Greater Seattle), have you notified your current supervisor that you are applying to this role? Our Employee Handbook states, "Employees applying for another position within the Y are expected to notify their present supervisor of their application. In response to internal reference requests, supervisors are expected to provide factual, objective, and performance-based information to the hiring manager." Please review the YMCA of Greater Seattle Area's Code of Conduct that is linked at the bottom of the responsibilities section of the job description or by visiting https://seattleymca.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert∾tion=download&id=191063&hashed=999166779 Tell us about your experience teaching these kinds of classes. The hiring range for this role is $24.00 - $26.40/hour. Are you comfortable moving forward? This position has an age requirement of 18 year of age or older. Do you meet the age requirements for this job? Please leave a preferred email address for further communication.
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Mental Health
  • Fitness Centers/Gyms
  • Other Retirement and Savings