Scheduled Hours

3

Position Summary

WashU's Division of Student Affairs seeks a fitness professional for the position of Fitness Instructor I. The Division of Student Affairs advances the educational mission of the university through resources and experiences outside the classroom that prepare our students for lifelong success.

A Group Fitness Instructor is responsible for guiding group fitness classes that vary in format and levels, ranging from yoga to spin to strength-based to dance-based classes. This includes counting, cueing, organizing choreography, and much more.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides choreographed fitness instruction at the Sumers Recreation Center.

• Provides a safe and fun environment for WashU Rec fitness participants.

• Promotes knowledge of proper group fitness components, i.e.: warm up, aerobic exercise, flexibility, cool down, proper form and alignment, etc.

• Motivates and instructs participants through exercises and routines.

• Prepares workouts/choreography for fitness classes.  

• Creates a positive connection with fitness participants.

• Helps promote upcoming fitness classes and events. 

• Fosters an inclusive fitness environment that is welcoming to all levels.           

​Working Conditions

• Ability to work flexible shifts.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.

• Serves as an advocate for fitness and healthy lifestyles at WashU.

Job Location

• Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations.

Physical Effort

• Typically standing or walking.

• Typically bending, crouching, stooping.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications and issuers. More than one credential or certification may be required depending on the role.

First Aid CPR/AED - American Red Cross

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma and at least 1 fitness certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree. Multiple fitness certifications with at least two years of instructional experience.

At least one certification in specific format of instruction. For example:

• STOTT Pilates
• Balanced Body Pilates
• Basi Pilates
• Power Pilates
• Core Pilates & Yoga
• Peak Pilates
• Pilates Cert Recognized by Pilates Method Alliance
• SPINNING Instructor Certification
• Schwinn Cycle Instructor
• Maddog Spin
• ASFA Cycling Instructor
• NETA Cycling Certification (National Exercise Trainers Association)
• Zumba
• Les Mills
• WERQ
• Urban Kickboxing
• POUND
• Physique 57
• Barre Intensity
• American Barre Techniques

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Certifications:

Group Fitness Certification - Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), Group Fitness Instructor - American Council on Exercise (ACE)

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Coaching Techniques, Communication Presentations, Energy Efficient Buildings, Exercise Management, Group Fitness Instruction, Shift Work

Grade

G08-H

Salary Range

$21.17 - $32.85 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the dep