Fitness Instructor, Armory

Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) — a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York — seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission-aligned Fitness Instructor at our Armory.  

The Fitness Instructor will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life. 

The Fitness Instructor will join our Armory team that provides high-quality fitness programming to empower Harlem’s youth and families, supporting their physical and mental well-being through engaging fitness activities. The individual will be a dynamic and skilled instructor responsible for leading fitness sessions, fostering a healthy and inclusive environment, and inspiring participants to achieve their wellness goals  

For more information, check out Want to Work at Harlem Children’s Zone? Here’s 7 Things You Need to Know. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• High school diploma or equivalent required 

• Current certification in fitness instruction (e.g., NASM, ACE, ISSA, or similar) 

• CPR/AED certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire) 

• At least 1 year of experience leading group fitness or personal training sessions 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills 

• Ability to motivate and engage diverse groups of participants 

 

Who you are 

• Passionate about health, fitness, and community engagement 

• Organized, reliable, and adaptable to varying schedules and needs 

• Dedicated to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for participants 

• A team player with a positive attitude and strong problem-solving skills 

What you’ll do 

• Lead engaging Individual and group fitness classes for adults in alignment with the Armory’s programming goals 

• Develop and implement fitness plans that cater to various skill levels and fitness abilities 

• Monitor participants' safety, providing modifications and guidance as needed 

• Maintain equipment and ensure a clean, safe workout environment 

• Collaborate with Armory staff to support community events and wellness initiatives 

• Encourage and inspire participants to achieve their fitness and wellness goals 

• Track attendance and provide feedback to participants to help them improve 

Schedule 

• Flexible part-time schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed 

• Approximately 10–20 hours per week 

Benefits 

As a member of the Harlem Children's Zone team, you will join a supportive and inclusive community dedicated to helping children, families — and our staff — thrive.  

Our exceptional Part- Time benefits include:  

• Career advancement 

• Paid sick leave 

• Employee referral bonus  

• Physical wellness discounts 

• Commuter benefits 

• Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.) 

The hourly rate for this position is $20 per hour. To be considered, interested applicants should apply directly through the posting. No telephone inquiries or recruiters, please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. Harlem Children's Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer.