Kids Instructor

Life Time Fitness

Position Summary

The Kids Instructor provides best-in-class, educational/fitness-minded programming for our children. They organize, instruct and implement safe, fun and entertaining activities and games for children between the ages of three months to 11 years in the Kids Academy. Kids Instructors may also host parties and other events.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Greets, acknowledges, and interacts with members and guests in a friendly and professional manner
Fosters children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development by instructing organized activities in accordance with the Kids Academy Schedule
Prepares and sets up for class and transfers kids to and from programming
Maintains records of children's attendance, development, and incidents.
Monitors and interacts with children to maintain a safe and healthy environment with respect to the toys, sports equipment, other children, and surroundings
Utilizes positive behavior management techniques and communicates clearly with parents and team members
Promotes all Junior programming to increase participation in all Kids & Aquatics programming
Maintains the Kids Academy and other program areas by following the cleaning checklist and performing assigned tasks. Restocks supplies after each class
Handles incidents and emergencies in a calm and professional manner

Position Requirements

Less than a High School Diploma or GED
Completion of all Kids On-Demand Required Learnings prior to first day of work
First Aid certification, Infant/Child and Adult CPR/AED certification required within the first 60 days of hire

Preferred Requirements

6+ months of teaching children ages 3 - 11 in similar programs or activities
Ability to engage a group of children in an activity
Customer service and strong communication skills

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.

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