at YMCA of Metro Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description
The Lake View YMCA located in Chicago, IL is now hiring Group Exercise Instructors!
As a Group Exercise Instructor, you will instruct group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures to be an integral part of the YMCA's commitment to strengthening bodies, minds, and neighborhoods.
Salary range starts at $20.00 per hour and a fitness pay plan
Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:
Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund
Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities
Complimentary Family YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs
Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!
Requirements:
Must have basic knowledge of fitness or equivalent work/education experience.
Must have at minimum 25 hours of practical experience as a fitness class instructor.
Must have the ability to lead a fitness class and to motivate and educate members in the field of physical fitness.
Must be able to respond to safety and emergency situations; ability to set up, move, and store equipment.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the YMCA's commitment to child abuse prevention by:
Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Qualifications
Behaviors
Leader - Inspires teammates to follow them
Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Motivations
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. Employment is subject to a background check.