Group Fitness Instructor

RESPONSIBLE TO: Enrichment, Fitness and Outdoor Recreation Supervisor
HOURS: Varies/Flexible
PAY RATE: $28-$35 per hour depending on experience.

GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION:  The City of Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation Department is seeking Group Fitness Instructors for small group classes, serving a wide range of fitness levels. Classes are held indoors and/or outdoors. The ideal candidate is reliable, while bringing energy and expertise to each class.
 
Fitness Instructors deliver effective workouts in a safe environment by monitoring and adjusting programming to meet each person’s ability and skill level. They are encouraging and build a positive rapport with each participant. Instructors must have the ability to demonstrate safe exercise techniques and communicate simultaneously.  
 
HOURS:  This is a year-round position, up to 5 hours per week. Hours are typically between 6:00am to 8:00pm on weekdays, and 7:00am to 12:00pm on weekends.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

TYPICAL DUTIES: Provide safe, fun and challenging fitness classes Create a positive environment for new and experienced participants Support and encourage all participants to reach their fitness goals Begin and end all classes on schedule Maintain a clean and orderly space for classes Communicate incident/injury reports to supervisor

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

QUALIFICATIONS: 1-year experience in the fitness industry (Preferred) CPR/AED Certification Specialized training and/or current certification as a Fitness Instructor Detail oriented and committed to customer service Strong verbal communication skills Basic computer skills Available for in-person instruction/programming

Submit resume, cover letter and supplemental answers to:
Megan Williams, Fitness Coordinator
[email protected]
 

• Indicate availability along with start date and day/time preferred to instruct classes.
• State the class/es you’d most like to teach. (Experience preferred).
• Include the preferred number of hours each week.