Pilates Reformer Instructor - El Camino

Position Summary

The Specialty Instructor will plan, format and instruct classes. The Instructor will be instructing and evaluating our program to ensure a safe and fun environment for the participants, in addition to other duties and responsibilities assigned at will as seen fit by the Director.

• Works with their supervisor to develop and implement age appropriate developmental curriculum; implements age appropriate enrichment activities happen according to the weekly plan
• Maintain a clean, fun and engaging environment inside the program while on duty
• Establish positive family communication and teach new skills including building relationships, social skills, independence, and self‑reliance skills
• Provide an engaging and fun experience
• Encourage and deliver positive values and build developmental assets
• Be responsible for the safety of youth and staff while reducing and managing risk
• Mentor and coach youth and peers; supervise program area; implement program curriculum that supports trying new and diverse activities as well as healthy lifestyle choices
• Commit to staying current with youth development conversations and models through continued training
• Perform other duties as assigned

The physical demands of the position include:

• Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents
• Physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation
• Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Ability to climb, push, and pull
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 35 pounds

• Minimum of two (2) years progressive experience in the desired field
• Excellent communication skills
• Energetic, Driven, Creative
• Ability to manage various age groups within a class setting
• Certified in Infant, Child, and Adult CPR and Basic First Aid (or certified within 30 days of hire)

Salary Range: $29.00 - $40.00/hour

• Change Leadership: Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the good of the organization and/or community
• Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y's work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit
• Philanthropy: Secures resources and support to advance the Y's work
• Volunteerism: Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility at all levels of the organization
• Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community
• Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y's cause
• Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgement
• Fiscal Management: Manages the Y's resources responsibly and sustains the Y's nonprofit business model
• Functional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role
• Innovation: Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y's work and impact in the community
• Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs
• Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g.: staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential
• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations