Salary: $21.36 – $24.35 Hourly
Location : Juniper Swim and Fitness & Larkspur CC, OR
Job Type: Part Time Regular Employee
Job Number: 1203
Department: Juniper Swim & Fitness Center
Opening Date: 05/11/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Introduction
Come join our Team at Bend Parks and Recreation District!
We are looking for Fitness Instructors that can teach YOGA.
This position is open until filled
Description & Primary Duties
About the job:
Develop and instruct safe and rewarding group exercise classes and/or personalized safe and rewarding wellness and exercise programs, assisting individuals to achieve their personal fitness goals.
A day in the life:
- Instructs assigned classes, programs and activities.
- Plans, organizes and implements curriculum based upon overall program objectives and guidelines.
- Creates and delivers personal training programs and activities based on client goals; assists
- individual in developing and implementing modifications as indicated.
- Closely supervises and oversees the safety, comfort and progress of participants.
- Assists class participants in developing and achieving their individual goals.
- Develops rapport with participants and responds to questions, concerns, etc.
- Collaborates with Fitness Program Coordinator/Fitness Program Assistant/Management staff to develop, plan and schedule classes, programs, sessions, and follow-up.
- Communicates with staff regarding facility availability, schedules, equipment and supply needs.
- Completes before and after class/session shift duties; sets up, takes down, cleans-up, before and after class as required.
- Maintains all required records and forms.
- Addresses program specific risk management and facility safety and cleanliness issues.
- Facilitates inclusion of special needs participants in program.
- Manages accidents and incidents according to procedures.
- Acts as a mandatory reporter; reports incidents of child abuse/neglect.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule:
Shift:
Varying times including weekends, early morning and evening shifts.
Location:
Classes may be taught at both Juniper Swim & Fitness Center and Larkspur Community Center.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
What you’ll need for success:
Strong Knowledge of:
Exercise physiology, anatomy, Kinesiology, and current best practices in personal training and fitness practices and techniques for group and individualized classes.
Skill and Ability to:
- Lead fitness classes utilizing a variety of techniques, styles and formats;
- Instruct and provide for the needs of a variety of ages and fitness levels;
- Communicate effectively to a variety of audiences including age, abilities and levels; strong planning, organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills;
- Demonstrate a positive, motivating and caring demeanor when training;
- Physically perform the duties associated with this position;
- Demonstrate competency in specialized area;
- Ability to prepare and present lessons effectively to a variety of audiences;
- Professionally handle disruptions and conflicts; responding to problems and addressing customer service concerns;
- Handle emergency situations as they arise;
- Work cooperatively with others and create a positive, constructive relationship with staff and customers.
What we’re looking for:
SPECIALTY INSTRUCTOR Required Experience & Training:
- High school diploma or equivalents AND
- Two (2) years of professional level experience in area of specialty with some teaching experience OR
- 240 hours of documented training/certification in area of specialty including a minimum of 40 hours teaching experience OR
- Any satisfactory combination of education, experience and training.
Additional Information
Supervision Responsibilities:
Supervision is not normally a responsibility of this position.
Working Conditions:
Work schedule is varied and requires weekday hours, evenings, weekends and holidays. Work schedule requires constant attendance for short shifts. The flow of work and character of duties involve normal mental and visual attention much or all of the time. Physical exertion includes frequent walking, bending and lifting, pulling, and kneeling. Work is done in a performance type setting and can be physically demanding. Position requires constant use of voice. Job stress may include dealing with crowds, uncooperative participants, difficult individuals, and periods of continuous demand.
Selection Process:
Applicants are screened based upon their relevant knowledge, abilities, skills, experience, and training and willingness to learn the skills required for the position. An offer of employment is contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by Bend Park & Recreation District policies, including a background check and a driving history review when driving is required for position.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Bend Park and Recreation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Bend Park & Recreation District Core Competencies:
All positions with Bend Park and Recreation District are subject to district and position competencies. Below is a list of the most critical competencies for this position. Additional competencies are required for the position and may change based on district needs. A complete list of the competencies is available from Human Resources.
• Accountability • Customer Service Orientation • Safety • Judgment and Decision Making • Teamwork and Cooperation • Results Orientation •
To be considered for this position, applicants must have a complete online application. Your application and submitted responses to the supplemental questions will be the information we use for our evaluation. Applicants are asked to provide certification that they are a veteran or disabled veteran to receive veteran’s preference.
Recreation Benefits
- Employee Facility Pass for Juniper Swim & Fitness Center, The Pavilion and the Senior Center
- Employee discounts on recreation programs
01
Which best describes your experience teaching fitness classes and/or offering personal training sessions?
- No experience
- Some experience, but less than 2 years of experience
- At least 2 years of experience
- 4 years or more of experience
02
Please provide detailed information about your experience teaching fitness classes and/or offering personal training sessions. For each experience/position include (a) format, (b) number of hours per week worked, and (c) dates of employment.
03
Which best describes your level of education in an exercise or fitness field?
- High School Diploma/GED
- Some college, but less than 2 years
- At least two years of college in an exercise or fitness related field.
- Bachelor’s degree in an exercise or fitness related field.
- College degree in non-related area
04
If applicable, please state your degree and field of education and/or describe your relevant certifications.
05
What is your teaching and training philosophy?
06
Describe any other related experience, skills, or training you have.
07
Are you available to “sub” and cover shifts at all hours programs are offered, including early mornings, evenings and weekends? Please describe your availability.
Required Question