Fitness Instructor – Student (Recreational Sports)
We are looking to hire Student Instructors that are certified in Body Combat, Body Pump, TRX, Indoor Cycling, HIIT, in addition to Dance (Zumba, Hip Hop, Contemporary & Jazz, Salsa, etc.)
Definition and Purpose
Under the supervision of the Assistant Coordinator of Fitness Programs, the Fitness Instructors teach a variety of classes offered within the Group Exercise and Instructional Class Program at the Cal Poly Recreation Center. The staff is responsible for developing individual class lesson plans, being familiar with various styles of class formats offered, supervising class participants, and leading instructional sessions.
ASI is committed to supporting the aspirations of the University Learning Objectives. Our employees are expected to make reasoned decisions based on ethics, respect for diversity, and an awareness of issues of sustainability. Additionally, they will work productively as individuals and in groups while communicating effectively.
Educational Requirements and Qualifying Experience
- Must be a currently enrolled student at Cal Poly with a minimum of 6 units. All ASI student staff must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 at Cal Poly. Graduate students must carry 4 units/3.0 cumulative GPA at Cal Poly.
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, muscular function, exercise program implementation, safe group exercise and instructional procedures and use of related class materials and/or equipment.
- Professional instructor certification in related field or prior training
- Ability to be highly organized and have good planning skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- First Aid, CPR and AED Certification required
- Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds, specific needs, or limitations.
- Must be certified in area of expertise class or equivalent.
- Understanding of current trends in area of expertise
- Previous experience in supervising and meeting participants in an instructional environment
- Ability to learn new formats.
- Consistent attendance at continuing education workshops, lectures, and conferences
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Supervise class participants.
- Lead exercise/instructional sessions/classes
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain familiarity with evacuation plan for work area.
- Attend all mandatory meetings, workshops, retreats, and outreach events.
- Ensure a positive and interactive class environment.
- Provide quality customer service for all staff and customers.
- Maintain prompt hours and follow absence procedures.
- Maintain a working relationship with staff and co-workers.
- Adhere to and enforce all ASI departmental policies and procedures.
- Ensure the safety of all class participants.
- Commitment to student development and leadership
- Maintain instructional area at all times.
- Track class participant numbers
Diversity and Inclusion
- Recommend and support practices intended to eliminate racial, gender, or any other form of bias in processes, policies, and procedures.
- Demonstrate awareness of one’s own biases, comfort levels, and various aspects of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)
- Demonstrate effort to understand each person’s individual and collective role in creating inclusive environments.
- Participate in trainings and activities provided by ASI as it relates to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
- The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in ASI policy as a condition of their employment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Period of Employment
Employment with this organization is of an "at will" nature, which means that the employee may resign at any time and ASI may discharge the employee at any time with or without cause.
Compensation and Hours
- Pay Rate: $17.00-$36.00 per hour dependent on experience
- Maximum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year.
- Early morning, late night, weekend, and holiday hours may be required.
- Meeting/Training/Tours pay rate: $15.00.
- 1-5 hours/week
The Associated Students, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Date revised: 07/19/2022
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This position requires standing, walking, bending over, reaching overhead, pushing or pulling, carrying up to 25 pounds, repetitive use of hands, arms, legs and hand-eye coordination.
Environmental factors include working inside and outside, areas could be dirty, dusty, and have odors. This position will also include working with others, working around others and working alone.
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