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Position Information

Working Title
Group Fitness Instructor (Part-Time)

Department
Campus Recreation

Compensation Title
Group Fitness Instructor (Part-Time)

Position Number
30014153

Position Status
Temporary

Work Schedule

Flexible

Hours per Week
2-4

Months per Year
12

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence

Northern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We embrace inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of our work and seek excellence through diversity among our students, administrators, faculty, and staff. Application by members of diverse groups is encouraged.

Purpose of Position

To instruct Norse Fitness classes in a fun, safe and effective manner. Provide an encouraging and motivating atmosphere while helping participants achieve their fitness goals. Retain participants by building relationships while providing excellent customer service.

Primary Responsibilities

1.Represent the Department of Campus Recreation as a Group Fitness Instructor for the Fitness Program in a positive and responsible manner.
2. Provide excellent customer service.
3. Develop safe and effective group exercise classes based on given format.
4. Keep all certifications up to date through continuing education etc.
5. Educate participants about the fitness benefits of each exercise within the class.
6. Attend ALL mandatory trainings/meetings.
8. Teach accident prevention and proper techniques within given format.
9. Clear communication is a must.

Qualifications

A.General:
1. Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
2. Ability to work independently without constant supervision.
3. Must be friendly and customer service oriented.
4. Must be punctual and professional at all times.
5. Ability to teach at a variety of times.
6. Ability to attend all in-service trainings and meetings.
7. Must have a National Certification such as AFAA - Primary Group Fitness, ACE – Group Fitness Instructor, Zumba, etc.

B.Skill:
1. CPR / AED, and First Aid certification or the ability to obtain.

C.Physical:
1. To maintain fitness level required to be a group fitness instructor.
2. Attend and perform successfully at ALL in-service meetings/trainings.

THIS POSITION DOES NOT INCLUDE BENEFITS .

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

Northern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We embrace inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of our work and seek excellence through diversity among our students, administrators, faculty, and staff. Application by members of diverse groups is encouraged.

Minimum Education
High School Diploma

Preferred Education
Some College

Minimum Experience
Less than 1 year

Salary
$11.00 - $16.00 / hour

Pay Grade

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number
2020S1266

Job Open Date
10/14/2020

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Quick Link
https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/9696

Is this an internal only posting?

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • NKU Jobs Site
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Careerbuilder.com
    • Inside Higher Ed
    • Employee Referral
    • Indeed.com
    • Other
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents Optional Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  3. References


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