Group Fitness Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Group Fitness Instructor

Employee Classification: Non-Pos Hourly Posting Code

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Recreational Sports

Department: UNT-Recreational Sports-160720

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $16 Hourly

FTE: 0.480000

Retirement Eligibility:

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Department Summary

Rec Sports provides programs and services to the university community. The goal is to provide a positive environment to assist those individuals in exploring and learning about recreation and fitness activities, in order to enhance a better quality of life and to become active members of the community. We employ approximately 250 students each year through various programs including intramural sports, informal recreation, group exercise, sport clubs, fitness, faculty/staff fitness, special events, outdoor pursuits and aquatics. We hope that you will find the Rec Center to be a positive and exciting place to work.

Position Overview

The position plays a pivotal role in fostering a vibrant fitness community among students, faculty, and staff. Responsibilities include designing and leading engaging fitness classes in various formats, motivating participants to achieve their fitness goals, and ensuring a safe and supportive exercise environment. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for fitness, strong interpersonal skills, and an accredited certification in group fitness instruction (ACE, NASM, AFAA, 200hrYoga, Zumba, etc.).

Minimum Qualifications

Current Group Exercise Certification from AFAA, ACE, or other specialty certification upon approval from assistant director.
Current CPR/AED certification or ability to attain through the Rec within one month of hire.
Group Fitness teaching experience 1+ years

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

None

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a passion for fitness, strong interpersonal skills, and an accredited certification in group fitness instruction (ACE, NASM, AFAA, 200hrYoga, Zumba, etc.).

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• Responsibilities include designing and leading engaging fitness classes in various formats. 
• Motivating participants to achieve their fitness goals.
• Ensuring a safe and supportive exercise environment.

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Early mornings, Evenings, or Weekend availability

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Please attach resume, cover letter, and relevant certification.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

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