Fitness Instructor

Overview

Calling all Fitness Enthusiasts! We are looking for an individual to teach group fitness classes at the New Ulm Recreation Center. We are currently seeking Aquatics and Chair Fitness Instructors. The class would take place on weeknights and possible rotating Saturdays.

• Plan, conduct and monitor fitness programs and classes.
• Communicate equipment needs to supervisor.
• Monitor participants during fitness class and programs to ensure safety.
• Set up for fitness programs and clean up fitness facility.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures and attend all training as required.

• General knowledge of department fitness policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform first aid and CPR or to become certified within three months of employment.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions.
• Ability to communicate both in oral and written form.
• General knowledge of attendance sheets, and sound systems.
• Thorough knowledge of various exercise equipment and methods.
• Ability to interact with the general public in a positive manner to promote program(s)
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a crew in an efficient, safe and cooperative manner.

Position requires a minimum of a high school diploma or GED. Prefer the completion of four years of classes in an accredited college in health, exercise, or human performance or current certification in a nationally accredited fitness program (NETA, ACE), or recent experience instructing fitness programs and classes;
American Red Cross First Aid/CPR or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.

The position requires various physical abilities and sensory requirements, including standing, walking, speaking or hearing, using hands, climbing, kneeling, reaching, lifting, and potentially exposure to diverse environmental conditions.

Pay range is $17.08–$20.19 per hour. Benefits package includes personal leave, deferred compensation options, PERA, and health care savings plans. Hours are weeknights with possible rotating Saturdays.

New Ulm Recreation Center.