Temporary Part-Time Specialized Group Fitness Instructor, Oshawa

Please note that this is an open posting for temporary opportunities that may arise. Your application will be kept on file for up to three (3) months and you may be contacted if an opportunity matching your qualifications arises.

Job Summary– Specialized Group Fitness Instructor Reporting to the Program Coordinator, plan, organize and lead specialized group fitness classes such as Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi.

Responsibilities

Lead, Instruct and Demonstrate Specialized Group Fitness Classes

Provide Customer Service, greet participants in a friendly manner and respond to fitness inquiries within your knowledge and training expertise

Design fitness class using primary and secondary components of fitness incorporating fitness training principles

Develop progressive lesson plan specific to the abilities of each class

Demonstrate, instruct and lead participants using varied selection of music, cueing and coaching skills

Provide clear instructions, explanations and demonstrations of skills and techniques, allowing for opportunity to practice and provide correction with comprehensive feedback

Provide exercise options for beginner, intermediate, advanced participants if applicable to the class

Monitor and educate participants on postural alignment and safety, adapting the format of the class to achieve these goals

Evaluate and manage the effectiveness of class and adjust as necessary

Administer first aid and complete Public Accident/Incident Reports or Complaint/Enquiry Forms, as required

Enforce City of Oshawa policies and procedures, including but not limited to: admission requirement standards, emergency procedures (eg. fire plan)

Open and close program space, prepare and organize program equipment and supplies, perform safety check of equipment prior to being used

Keep accurate participant attendance records and follow up with full-time staff regarding participants with extended absences

Follow-up with Program Coordinator on pertinent inquiries or suggestions from participants

Requirements

Minimum Grade 12 education

Possess Fitness Instructor specialist Certification from recognized Fitness Agency—e.g. canfitpro®, OFC, Pilates, Yoga certification

Minimum of one (1) year previous experience in a fitness studio

Possess and keep current Standard First Aid/CPR‘C’ qualifications

Possession and maintenance of a valid Yoga Certification and/or Pilates certification is considered an asset

Demonstrate good customer service and communication skills to deal effectively and courteously with staff and the general public; good interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships

Attend all staff trainings and meetings

Ability to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

This position may be eligible for compensation for Prep time.

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to provide a Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.

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