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Group Exercise Instructor (TEMPORARY)

Apply Now Job Number: 498304
Work Type: Temporary
Location: Fort Lauderdale-Davie, Florida
Department: Campus Recreation & Wellness
Categories: Student Life/Services - Housing, Recreation, Activities

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Job Title: Group Exercise Instructor (TEMPORARY)
Location: Fort Lauderdale-Davie, Florida
Work Type: Temporary
Job Category: Non-Exempt
Hiring Range:  
Pay Basis: Hourly  
Subject to Grant Funding?: No  
Essential Job Functions: 1. Instructors must possess current knowledge, certifications, and necessary specialized skills to provide a safe and effective group fitness class.

2. Enjoys motivating and communicating with participants.

3. Availability and flexibility to sub classes as needed.

4. Arrives early to each class in order to properly prep, set-up and greet participants.

5. Meets participants before and after class to answer questions.

6. Records attendance numbers for each class.

7. Reports and logs equipment in need of repair.

8. Attends mandatory meetings every semester.
Marginal Job Functions: Participate/assist in University wide special events/programs.
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 1. Provides a fun and safe workout through one or more specialty group exercise classes.
2. Educates participants concerning safe exercise techniques with ability to provide immediate modifications.
3. Acquaints new participants with class procedures.
4. Monitors proper form and technique using positive reinforcement.
5. Promotes classes and assist in promotions and events.
6. Obtains substitutes as needed.
7. Maintains a desire for continuing technical improvement and continuing education.
8. Excellent communication and motivational skills.
9. Ability to recognize potentially harmful situations that may lead to injuries and take appropriate actions.
Job Requirements:  
Required Certifications/Licensures: 1. A nationally recognized group exercise certification such as ACE, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA, or CSCS.
2. Current CPR certification.
Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Major (if required):  
Required Experience: Previous group exercise teaching experience
Preferred Qualifications: 1. One (1) or more years' of experience instructing group exercise.
2. Fitness, exercise science, or health related degree
3. Previous experience in a University setting.
4. Ability to teach multiple group exercise formats.
Is this a safety sensitive position? No  
Background Screening Required? No  
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