Group Fitness Instructor (Student Associate)

Job Details

Job Title: Group Fitness Instructor (Student Associate) - Campus Recreation Center

Posting Start Date: 5/14/26

Work Arrangement: Onsite

You are invited to apply to be considered for one of multiple vacancies of the same position.

Primary Duties

Group Fitness Instructors will be responsible for leading multiple group fitness classes that range in variety and levels. This includes counting, cueing, organizing choreography, and planning playlists ahead of class time. This is a part-time position paid on an hourly basis.

• Arriving at least 10 minutes prior to the session to prepare music, set up equipment, and greet participants
• Interact with participants ensuring that they have a positive, safe experience
• Promote knowledge of proper fitness components
• Develop safe workouts for participants, considering different fitness levels and proper form
• Provide modifications and progressions throughout classes
• Provide pre-set playlists of appropriate music
• Start and end classes on time
• Ensure all equipment is put away, rooms are clean
• Communicate any equipment or sound system issues to professional staff
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and trainings
• Remain current with all group fitness and specialty format certifications
• Submit up-to-date documentation of all certifications

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Enrolled at a post-secondary institution or a secondary school
• Enrolled at least part-time
• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Hold a primary group fitness certification from a nationally accredited organization
• Hold a CPR certification or have the ability to obtain one in the first 3 months of hire

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Ability to teach multiple formats or positions
• Previous instructing experience, preferably in a university setting

Compensation and Benefits

$15 - $18/hour based on experience and certifications

20% discount of programs and services