Fitness Instructor

3 weeks ago

Coquitlam, Canada Douglas College Full time

This contract position is available starting May 8 to June 30, 2023 with possibility of semester renewal. A commitment to being able to work to work 1 hour slots at 12:30pm and/or 4:30pm during the week is required.

What Douglas Offers

DO what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best colleges even better.

The Role

This position is responsible for the delivery of inclusive Group Fitness classes and has certification in one or more of the following areas: General Fitness, Cycle, Yoga, Pilates, or Zumba. A client-centered approach is preferred to enrich the experience of our Douglas College community and foster a culture of engagement. Instructors are expected to maintain certification in their respective area of expertise. Classes are offered at both the New West and Coquitlam Campuses. This position will report to a Manager, Athletics & Recreation Operations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the delivery of an inclusive Group Fitness Class providing cues for safety and including modifications and accommodations to exercises where necessary.
  • Report attendance, including identifying student vs. employee participants, to the Manager or front desk staff at the completion of each class.
  • Identifies and recommends equipment repairs and/or replacement needs to the Manager.
  • Work within the scope of group fitness offerings to align with other offerings and contribute to a unified approach to weekly programming
To Be Successful in this Role You Will Need
  • You are a team player with excellent communication and people skills.
  • You are enthusiastic, personable, energetic, outgoing, and have a passion for health and wellness.
  • You enjoy teaching others and working with a wide variety of individuals in teaching and motivating the public in conquering their fitness goals.
  • BCRPA (BC Recreation and Parks Association) certification or equivalent (including insurance) in respective area of expertise.
Link to Full Position Profile

Equity Statement

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * Are you a current or former Douglas College employee/student?
    • Current employee
    • Former employee
    • Current student
    • Former student
    • None of the above
  • * If you are a current/former employee/student, enter your ID number. (Type in N/A if not applicable.)

    (Open Ended Question)

    • * If you are not a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident, do you currently have a valid Canadian work permit?
      • Yes
      • No
      • Not Applicable
    • * If you have a valid Canadian work permit, please indicate expiry date and the type of work permit you hold. (Type N/A if not applicable).

      (Open Ended Question)

      • * Please confirm that you will maintain residency in the Lower Mainland for the duration of your employment.
        • Yes, I confirm
        • No, I am not able to meet this requirement
      • * How did you first find out about this employment opportunity?
        • Douglas College Careers Site
        • LinkedIn
        • Indeed
        • Social Media (Facebook, Instagram)
        • Personal Referral
        • Agency Referral
        • Professional Association Website
        • Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICAN)
        • Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT)
        • Douglas College CareerHUB
        • Career Fair or Other Hiring Event
        • Other
        • Glassdoor
      Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

ResumeCover LetterOther Document (see Special Instructions) Optional Documents References with Contact InformationTranscripts and/or Credentials #J-18808-Ljbffr

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