Group Fitness Instructor

Job Summary - About the Role
Deliver high quality recreation services for residents, visitors and the St. Charles community by adhering to the District's safety and administrative policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

This position is well suited for someone with a friendly and positive personality who is productive and shows initiative, is an effective written and oral communicator, is reliable and safety-minded.

Required: Professional certification required (i.e., ACE, AFAA). General knowledge and understanding of proper exercise techniques and habits. The group fitness instructor must have the ability to effectively educate and demonstrate to participants these techniques and habits. Maintain First Aid/CPR/AED certification or obtain certification within 30 days of hire. Maintain DCFS mandated reporter certificate or obtain certification within 30 days of hire.

Preferred: Prefer a high school diploma or equivalent. Prefer work experience in the fitness related field and previous experience instructing fitness activities

Essential Functions of the Position

Park District Cornerstones

• Follow all departmental safety rules that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of Park District's safety and risk management program.
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with residents, colleagues, the public, PDRMA and other agencies or organizations as delegated.
• Recommends improvements and efficiencies to better accomplish individual and district goals in the best interests of the St. Charles Park District community.
• Comply with park district policies and administrative procedures.

Responsibilities

Under the supervisor of the Superintendent of Recreation, and the Assistant Superintendent of Recreation - Norris Recreation Center, the Group Fitness Instructor shall complete their assigned duties to the best of their abilities, offering suggestions of better ways to accomplish jobs and be ever mindful of the best interests of the St. Charles Park District and of fellow employees. This position requires extensive knowledge and ability to:

• Work cooperatively and harmoniously with the general public, cooperating agencies and fellow employees.
• Provide information and assistance to fellow staff members.
• Communicate orally.
• Operate sound equipment as needed.
• Utilize program materials.
• Coordinate fitness routines.
• Effectively demonstrate and teach fitness skills ranging from beginning to advanced skills.
• Follow all safety procedures that pertain to duties involved.
• Resolve problems with participants.
• Perform first aid, AED, and CPR and execute emergency procedures as necessary.

Marginal Functions of the Position

• Assist with special projects.
• Assume other responsibilities as assigned.
• Set up and take down rooms for programs and rentals.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Position or Activity

Frequently

46-100% of the time

Occasionally

16-45% of the time

Rarely

0-15% of the time

Sitting

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping/Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Handling/Feeling

X

Standing

X

Strength

1-40lbs and 41-50lbs at times with assistance

Requires a range of hearing and vision that allows the employee to safely complete the essential duties of the position with or without assistive devices, corrective lenses and/or glasses and/or a reasonable accommodation.

EEO Statement and Accommodations

The St Charles Park District is an equal opportunity employer under all state and federal laws and regulations. The job responsibilities are subject to accommodations pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require assistance or accommodation with the application process, please contact the Business Department at 630-584-1055.

The Park District offers the following benefits to all Part-Time Category III employees:

• District Incentives
  • Paid Training
  • Discounts for Programs