Health & Wellness Lead Instructor III

Overview

Provides additional support in key administrative areas including substitute instructor coordination, daily payroll check-ins & attendance audits, facility walkthroughs, equipment requests, and other daily operational duties. The role also includes group fitness class instruction and/or conduction of Personal Training services. Provides excellent service to members in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement following YMCA policies and procedures.

Responsible for providing safe, effective programming for members in group fitness classes.

• Please note that this job position is temporary and is limited to a duration of 3 months. The employment period will commence on an agreed-upon date and conclude in 90 days. There is no
• Finding Substitutes:
  Lead instructors will be responsible for promptly finding substitutes for their designated branches, ensuring that classes are never canceled or disrupted. May step in for classes needing coverage.
• Payroll Check-Ins:
  Daily check-ins to verify payroll accuracy will prevent discrepancies and ensure timely payment for all staff.
• Facility Walkthroughs:
  Regular inspections will maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, timeliness, and equipment functionality.
• Equipment Requests:
  Lead instructors will manage and expedite equipment requests, ensuring all necessary materials are available and operational.
• Class Audits:
  Attend classes weekly to ensure quality control and instructor engagement.
• Leads group fitness classes to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes.
• Builds effective relationships with members; helps members connect within the YMCA community.
• Maintains working knowledge of up-to-date health, fitness, and wellness industry standards and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
• Reports regular, accurate, up-to-date class attendance records.
• Follows YMCA and Health & Wellness Department policies and procedures; responds to emergencies as needed.
• Communicates effectively and comports professionally with team members and staff; actively responds to Health & Wellness Department communications promptly.
• Performs various duties for the Health & Wellness Department as requested by the Health & Wellness Director & Coordinator.
• Assists with staff development and hiring. May be asked to participate in interview auditions.
• Assists with member systems performance and communication.

• Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification (must have a hands-on, live component)
• Current Group Fitness Instructor and/or Personal Trainer Certification by a National Accredited Certifying Agency (i.e. ACSM, NASM, AFAA, ACE, NESTA); or current Specialty Instructor Certification (i.e. Cycling, Yoga Alliance, Pilates, Zumba®, Tai Chi); or Bachelor’s degree in related field (i.e. Kinesiology, Dance, Health Science, Child Development, Public Administration - Non-Profit Organization)
• Experience teaching in a group fitness class setting

• Ability to teach 2+ different group fitness class formats.
• Experience working in a health club and/or community center environment.
• Experience working with a variety of exercise populations (Senior population preferable). Availability to sub Group Fitness Schedule classes for Health & Wellness staff.
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision for full-time employees - 60% YMCA covered medical benefits for full-time employees and their families
• Retirement benefits - 10% employer contribution after completion of eligibility requirements
• Employee Assistance Program for all employees that is available to help employees overcome emotional, family, or other personal problems; offers guidance on financial and legal issues; improves health and wellness, and much more.
• CPR/First Aid Certification provided by YMCA
• Use of YMCA of Superior California Fitness facilities, camps, and rental facilities
• Paid time off benefits for part-time and full-time employees upon completion of eligibility requirements
• Training and staff development for all employees

USD $22.00 - USD $26.00 /Hr.