Group Exercise Instructor at Capital District YMCA in Guilderland, New York

Job Description:

 

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading charity committed to strengthening community. Develops, coordinates and instructs group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that welcomes people of all skill and fitness levels. Effectively builds community within the class. Modifies class as needed to meet varied health, ability and cultural needs.

REQUIREMENTS:

• AA/BS in Physical Ed., Recreation, Sports Mgt., OR a related field OR equivalent experience preferred.


• CPR, First Aid, AED, and national certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, and NASM) in group wellness instruction OR YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise certification required.


• Valid certification in areas of expertise (Spinning, Zumba, etc.).


• YMCA Healthy Lifestyles certification within 60 days of hire
  

Experience

Preferred

• 1 year(s): Previous experience teaching group wellness classes.

Education

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in Sport Management


• Bachelors or better in Physical Education Teacher Education

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• YMCA Fnds Group Exercise


• First Aid


• CPR


• AED


• Group Exercise Instructor

Preferred

• YMCA Healthy Lifestyles

Skills

Required

• PC Experience


• Group Facilitation


• Work in diverse community


• Problem Solving


• Organizational


• Communication

Preferred

• Other Language


• Sports

Behaviors

Required

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity


• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest


• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject


• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Motivations

Required

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Preferred

• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work


• Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers


• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility


• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

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