Temporary Part Time Group Fitness Instructor

Please note that this is an open posting for temporary opportunities that may arise. Your application will be kept on file for up to three (3) months and you may be contacted if an opportunity matching your qualifications arises.

Job Description

Reporting to the Program Coordinator, plan, organize and lead general weight training and cardio fitness classes, including cycling.

Responsibilities

• Lead, Instruct and Demonstrate General Group Fitness Classes
• Provide Customer Service, greet participants in a friendly manner and respond to fitness inquiries within your knowledge and training expertise
• Specific to the class description, design fitness class using primary and secondary components of fitness incorporating fitness training principles
• Develop progressive lesson plan specific to the abilities of each class
• Demonstrate, instruct and lead participants using varied selection of music, cueing and coaching skills
• Provide clear instructions, explanations and demonstrations of skills and techniques, allowing for opportunity to practice and provide correction with comprehensive feedback
• Provide exercise options for beginner, intermediate, advanced participants if applicable to the class
• Monitor and educate participants on postural alignment and safety, adapting the format of the class to achieve these goals
• Evaluate and manage the effectiveness of class and adjust as necessary
• Administer first aid and CPR 'C', and complete Public Accident/Incident Reports or Complaint/Enquiry Forms, as required
• Enforce City of Oshawa policies and procedures, including but not limited to: admission requirement standards, emergency procedures (eg. fire plan)
• Open and close program space, prepare and organize program equipment and supplies and perform safety check of equipment prior to being used
• Keep accurate participant attendance records and follow up with full-time staff regarding participants with extended absences
• Follow-up with Program Coordinator on pertinent inquiries or suggestions from participants

Requirements

• Minimum Grade 12 education
• Possess Fitness Instructor Certification from a recognized Fitness Agency—e.g. canfitpro®, OFC, WaterART®/CALA®
• Minimum of one (1) year of previous experience instructing group fitness classes
• Possess and keep current Standard First Aid/CPR ‘C’ qualifications
• Possession of a Cycling certification is considered an asset
• Demonstrate good customer service and communication skills to deal effectively and courteously with staff and the general public; good interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships
• Attend all staff trainings and meetings
• Ability to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

This position may be eligible for compensation for Prep time.

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to provide a Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.