Part Time Group Fitness Instructor, Campus Recreation

Company: Wake Forest University
Location: Winston Salem
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Application Instructions:External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page. Please add your cover letter and any other documents required for the position to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience application page. Use the Select Files button to add multiple documents including your cover letter and supporting documents. The My Experience page is the only opportunity to add your cover letter and supporting document attachments. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it. Current Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the website. Log in to Workday. Click on the Career Worklet and select Find Jobs. Locate the position and click Apply. Update your Education and Job History.** Cover letter required for all positions and optional for facilities, campus services, and hospitality positions unless otherwise specified.Job Description SummaryGroup Fitness Instructors are responsible for leading and delivering group fitness instruction ranging in variety and level from aerobic activity, muscular strength, stretch, dance, yoga or mind body disciplines. This includes developing and organizing choreography, movement sequencing and progression, cueing participants set up, safety, execution, and more. Campus Recreation is seeking energetic Group Fitness Instructors. The instructor must be high energy, motivating, and a relationship builder who will help others reach their goals through exercise while having fun.Job DescriptionEssential Functions:

• Leads energizing, fun, safe and educational group classes to accomplish the Campus Recreation Department mission and goals.
• Creates a welcoming class environment for all fitness levels and encourages and motivates class members.
• Answers questions from participants to support them in achieving their healthy living and wellness goals.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with members, helps others connect with one another and to the Wake Forest community.
• Keeps accurate class attendance records.
• Maintains the Group Fitness equipment and room.
• Attends required trainings, workshops, and staff meetings.
• Participates in master classes, in-house trainings, supports campus initiatives lead by Campus Recreation as well as other special events.
• Follows Campus Recreation policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
• Other duties as assigned.Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
  • Must obtain or maintain current CPR/AED/First Aid certification throughout duration of employment.
  • Must have or willing to obtain a current Fitness or Group Fitness related certification; once received must maintain currency to remain as active staff (certifications accepted, but not limited to: ACE, AFAA, Les Mills, YogaFit, 200+ Yoga training programs (verification required), BARRE ABOVE, Pilates Method Alliance, Pilates Academy International, etc.)
  • Willing to seek additional training or certifications as needed to enhance leadership and instruction.Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
    • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
    • Ability to multi-task and independently direct time management.
    • Ability to lead others creating an inclusive welcoming environment.
    • Energetic and outgoing personality.Note:
      • This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor. Additional Job DescriptionEmployee Vaccination Mandate:Wake Forest University requires proof of full vaccination with an FDA approved or authorized COVID-19 vaccine for all positions posted on or after September 13, 2021. Wake Forest University requires that you provide satisfactory proof of full vaccination status to Human Resources within three days of your hire date. You must also maintain full COVID-19 vaccination status, as classified by the CDC, during your employment at Wake Forest University.Consistent with federal, state and local law, Wake Forest University will consider accommodations for disability- and religious-based reasons unless providing an accommodation would result in an undue hardship to the University.If you seek an accommodation from the vaccination requirement for disability- or religious-based reasons, you should contact Human Resources.New employees who are hired into positions posted prior to September 13, 2021, offers of employment made to new employees prior to that date, and employees for positions at Graylyn Conference Center are generally exempt from the vaccination requirement unless the employee's position is otherwise subject to a vaccination requirement due to the essential components of the position as described in Policy.Time Type RequirementPart timeNote to Applicant:This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.WakeForestseeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate.In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on thebasis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran statusandencourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.

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