CLOSING DATE OF APPLICATIONS: 01/10/2023

JOB LOCATION: YMCA-Aurora

HOURS/DAYS SCHEDULE: Mornings, Midday, Nights, Weekends

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

Teach Barre, cycling, Les Mills bodypump

~Must have certifications to instruct classes

Class(es) can be 30min, 45min or 1 hour. (will discuss)

Weekly subbing opportunities available

POSITION SUMMARY:

To instruct aerobic and/or conditioning classes under the general direction of the Health and Wellness Physical Director/Fitness Coordinator, consistent with the philosophy, policies and purpose of the YMCA of Metropolitan Denver. The Group Exercise Instructor, working as part of the Health and Wellness Team, will deliver professional customer service and relationship building skills to create a welcoming environment at the YMCA of Metropolitan Denver. The incumbent will also exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of their work with the YMCA.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Serve as an instructor for the fitness classes.

2. Exercise Instructors are expected to be 10-15 minutes early for class and stay 10-15 minutes after to arrange equipment, clean up, do appropriate record keeping, read notices, and visit with participants.

3. When unable to instruct a particular class, instructors will find a substitute for that class, and inform the supervisor in writing of the substitution.

4. The Exercise Instructor is responsible for the proper care of any equipment used in class, and reporting the need for repairs to the Health and Wellness Physical Director/Supervisor promptly.

5. Certified as a YMCA Exercise Instructor, you are encouraged to participate in any training workshops that pertain to the field.

6. Exercise Instructor attitudes are to be pleasant, sociable, and enthusiastic when in the YMCA.

7. Exercise instructors must come prepared with appropriate dress and appropriate music.

8. Ensure the safety and enjoyment of all members and guests in our facility.

9. Identify leaders for recruitment of volunteers/staff.

10. Follow and enforce all YMCA procedures and policies, including: personnel guidelines, safety guidelines, facility access procedures and membership policies. Carry out emergency plans as necessary.

11. Maintain a clean and safe YMCA. Take initiative to clean up/repair areas.

12. Attend and remain current on all mandatory trainings and staff meetings.

13. Be knowledgeable and supportive of the YMCA annual support campaign.

14. Any other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Leadership
• Consistency
• Cleanliness
• Friendly
• Helpful
• Informational
• Outgoing

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reaches with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl; and hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and regularly lift and/or move 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distant vision, peripheral and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, this individual is occasionally exposed to wet conditions and outdoor weather conditions.
• The typical noise level in the facility is moderate but may be high at times.

INTERPERSONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform and provide excellent customer service skills by exceeding member expectations! Consistently greet every person who enters the YMCA (by name, if known) and recognize all members and guests when they leave.
• Engage in active listening with members and program participants in order to build relationships, understand individuals goals and interests, and take the initiative to ensure the member has a positive experience.
• Provide accurate information about membership and programs.
• Help prospects and members experience the YMCA by introducing them to other staff and members. By creating these interactions, we will demonstrate that the YMCA is a place where we take the time to connect, communicate and engage in respectful and friendly relationships. Develop new opportunities for members to interact with one another. Be a Relationship Builder for the YMCA.
• Be familiar with the mission statement and core values of the YMCA. Model the core values while working and communicating with other staff members.
• Always have a friendly, helpful attitude and wear a smile.
• Actively listen, reflect and respond to customer questions and concerns in a caring manner.
• When the opportunity presents itself, go above and beyond to resolve the situation immediately.

PART-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

• Free individual membership
• Program discounts
• Generous retirement benefits - 6% after eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked

1. Orientation to Healthy Living or completed within 90 days of hire (this is an online course).

2. YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise Instructor Training or an approved National Certification with less than 104 hours of documented teaching experience.

3. Current BLS (Basic Lifesaving Skills), First Aid and Emergency O2 certification

4. Must maintain YMCA Certification or maintain a National certification for Group Exercise Instructor.