Group Fitness Instructor

**Group Fitness Instructor : Cardio, Strength/Barbell, TRX, Zumba, Cycle, Barre, Pilates, Essentrics, Aquafit**

As an employee of the Miles Nadal JCC, the Group Fitness Instructor will be reporting to the Program Manager, Member Experience, Fitness & Wellness, the Group Fitness Instructor is responsible for providing high quality, motivating group fitness training. The Group Fitness Instructor will develop and deliver high quality, motivating fitness class programming for members, and will play a customer service role in helping the members of the MNjcc achieve their fitness goals through education and training in a fitness center setting.

**Changes due to Covid-19 Pandemic**:

- Staff are responsible for completing COVID screening prior to or upon entry to the facility.
- Staff are required to comply with MNjcc and governmental policies around vaccination - proof of full vaccination is required for all on-site employees.
- Staff will be equipped with PPE (masks and eye protection) to ensure health and safety as needed.
- Staff will disinfect any surfaces touched
- Staff schedules will fluctuate during this period. Regular work hours may not apply.

**Schedule**:
1 to 4 classes a week

**Key Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Creating and instructing safe, comprehensive, and energetic workouts within the scope of the members abilities.
- Providing instruction, guidance, and/or demonstration of safe exercise techniques and use of fitness equipment.
- Creating a fun and welcoming environment for all members.
- Tidying up and/or cleaning fitness equipment after use.
- Educating clients on fitness studio etiquette and sign up procedures.
- Representing the fitness staff in a positive and professional manner at all times.
- Greeting members, smiling, engaging in conversation, answering questions, and assisting with general inquires.
- Building and sustaining relationships with new and existing MNjcc members.
- Responding to and/or assisting with on-site emergencies, incidents and accidents, which may involve the provision of Standard First Aid, CPR, the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and/or the completion of an accident/incident report, when required.
- Attending training, workshops, meetings and seminars as required.
- Understands and adheres to, and enforces MNjcc Policies and Procedures for all staff.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications and Requirements**:

- A current, nationally accredited group fitness certification (CSEP, CanFitPro CPTN, ACSM, NSCA, ACE, or equivalent accredited institution).
- A solid understanding of physical fitness training principles, body movement patterns and the technical aspects of strength and cardiovascular training.
- A current CPR-C certification.
- A Criminal Record Check is a condition of employment for all staff.
- Please note that full vaccination against covid-19 (or valid accommodation) is required to work in-person at the MNjcc at this time.

**Main Competencies**:

- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- A healthy living role model.
- Takes initiative and works well within a team.
- Displays energy and enthusiasm.

**Salary and Benefits**:

- $40-$60 per hour, based on experience and format taught.
- For the duration of your employment, you are entitled to a membership for yourself, at the MNjcc fitness centre.
- As an hourly employee, you are entitled to two days of paid Personal Emergency Leave each year. Any leave after that is unpaid.

**How to apply**:
Please note, while we appreciate everyone who applies, we are only able to respond to applicants moving to the next stage of the recruitment process.

**Alternate Formats and Accommodation**:
**Alternate Formats and Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities**:
The MNjcc is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and aims to ensure that dignity, integration, and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of our organization's culture.

In accordance with the AODA, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Our human resources department will work with you to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Please contact contact David Fielder at:(416) 924-6211 x6404; or in person by appointment.

**Job Type**: Part-time

**Salary**: $40.00-$60.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- On-site gym

Work Location: One location