Rec Program Instructor
Listed on 2026-02-06
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Sports/Fitness/Wellness
Health / Fitness / Gym / Pilates, Exercise Science / Kinesiology, Recreation & Leisure -
Education / Teaching
Exercise Science / Kinesiology
Overview
Rec Program Instructor 2 - 136557 at UC San Diego
Work Schedule:
Variable, Variable Hours, Variable days and hours
Initial Review Date:
Thu 9/18/2025
Payroll
Title:
RECR PRG INSTR 2
Department: VCSA CAMPUS RECREATION
Appointment Type:
Limited Appointment
Appointment Percent: 40%
Union:
Uncovered
Total Openings: 60
Position status:
This position will remain open till filled.
Note:
This listing includes multiple instructor areas (Yoga, Fit Life, Fencing, Tennis, Pickleball, Martial Arts, Personal Trainer, CPR and Safety, etc.).
Provides instruction in non-credited recreational or sports activities to participants of all ages. Applies full knowledge and experience in recreational sports activities to create and adjust program methods and processes and provides safe instruction to participants. Instruct with sound principles, expert skills and styling in the area of the selected activity. Evaluate students’ progress, and adapt course progression appropriately.
Positions to be hired include:
Yoga Instructor, Fit Life Instructor, Fencing Instructor, CC Team Development Facilitator, CC Spec Events Team Dev Facilitator, Tennis Instructor, Pickleball Instructor, Martial Arts Instructor, Personal Trainer, CPR and Safety Instructor.
- Working knowledge of program activity practices and procedures. Ability and willingness to adhere to Recreation Class activity dress code.
- Verbal and written communication skills in the English language, active listening, critical thinking, multi-tasking, time management skills, and dynamic flexibility in adapting to the needs of clients. Good communication skills with individuals of all ages, and of varying backgrounds. Ability to speak before large and small groups with poise and enthusiasm.
- Ability to exercise independent sound judgment and employ reasoning skills.
- Client service minded, entrepreneurial spirit and creative thinking skills.
- Basic skills in computer programs relevant to job duties.
- Knowledge of campus policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of safety precautions needed and ability to ensure compliance/adherence by all class members.
- Possession of current, valid certifications needed to teach activity specified (Instructor-certified for First Aid, CPR/AED, Lifeguard Training, WSI, SCUBA, etc. as appropriate).
- Knowledge of physical education and kinesiology (as appropriate).
- Prior experience teaching specified discipline.
- Ability to teach specified discipline to a diverse group of individuals.
- Ability to create programs geared to individual and group needs.
- Must successfully pass FBI and DOJ Criminal Check.
- Must be able to attend classes that meet in the evenings after 5 pm or on weekends, and occasional daytime classes held either on- or off-campus facilities.
Hiring Pay Scale: $18.25 - $43.60 per hour
Worksite:
Campus
Pay Transparency Act:
Annual Full Pay Range: $0 - $0 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%). Hourly Equivalent: $0.00 - $0.00.
Note:
Factors in determining compensation include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business needs. The posted Hiring Pay Scale is the budgeted range that UC San Diego reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay.
UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. This position is subject to vaccination policy requirements and may be updated per public health directives. UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
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