Group Fitness Instructor

Job ID: 224640
Location: Columbus State University
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Founded in 1958, Columbus State University, with an enrollment of nearly 8,000, is part of the University System of Georgia. CSU offers more than 70 programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels and is ranked among the top public regional universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Columbus, located 100 miles southwest of Atlanta and the second-largest city in Georgia, is recognized as a vibrant and contemporary cultural community - https://visitcolumbusga.com.

Columbus State University has a nationally recognized track record of partnership and outreach through efforts such as the Cunningham Center for Leadership Development, Coca-Cola Space Science Center, Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center, and its own residence the Spencer House in Oxford, England. The University has two primary campus locations in Columbus, Georgia: the original campus on 150 acres in midtown Columbus and a beautiful campus in historic downtown Columbus overlooking the Chattahoochee River. The Columbus region, with more than 350,000 residents, is home to world-class enterprises such as Aflac, Synovus, W.C. Bradley Company, TSYS and Ft. Moore, the U.S. Army's Maneuver Center of Excellence headquarters. For additional information about the University visit our website at www.ColumbusState.edu .

Job Summary

Group Fitness Instructors are responsible for leading and delivering group fitness instruction ranging in variety and level from aerobic activity, muscular strength, stretch, dance, yoga or mind-body disciplines. This includes developing and organizing choreography, movement sequencing and progression, cueing participants, set up, safety, execution, and more. The instructor must be high energy, motivating, and a relationship builder who will help others reach their goals through exercise while having fun.

Responsibilities

Leads energizing, fun, safe and educational group classes to accomplish the Campus Recreation Department mission and goals.

Creates a welcoming class environment for all fitness levels and encourages and motivates class members.

Answers questions from participants to support them in achieving their healthy living and wellness goals.

Builds effective, authentic relationships with members, helps others connect with one another and to the community.

Keeps accurate class attendance records.

Maintain the Group Fitness equipment and rooms.

Attends required trainings, workshops, continuing education credit trainings, and staff meetings.

Participates in master classes, in-house trainings, supports campus initiatives lead by Campus Recreation as well as other special events.

Follows Campus Recreation policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent

National fitness certification (ACE, ACSM, AFAA or equivalent)

Has current CPR/AED certification or can acquire within 90 days of hire

Prior experience teaching/leading group classes

Knowledge in a variety of Group Fitness classes

Have current certification(s) for specific class format

Knowledge of strength training and cardiovascular exercise

Proposed Salary

Salary is based on experience. $15-$20/hour

Required Documents to Attach

Resume/Cover Letter

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to conduct safe and effective classes

Knowledgeable in techniques and dynamics of Group Fitness

Good communication skills

Able to work a minimum number of hours/week (recommended 2 classes) on a set schedule

Able to attend Fall and/or Spring Program Area Trainings

Able to lift 50 lbs.

Must adhere to Campus Recreation and University policies and procedures

Must be reliable and dependable

Ability to participate in Continuing Education Credits (CEC's or CEU's)

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 706-507-8920 or email to hr@columbusstate.edu.

Conditions of Employment

A successful criminal background check will be required as a conditioin of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Special Applicant Instructions

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. Applications for part-time and full-time faculty positions must include transcripts of all academic work, and official transcripts must be presented prior to campus visit if selected for interview. Applicants must have the ability to meet Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) requirements, in particular a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline.

All applications and required documents must be submitted using Columbus State University's online employment site and a complete packet must be submitted for full consideration. If applicable, any international transcripts must be evaluated by an approved foreign credential evaluator prior to submission.


To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=30000&JobOpeningId=224640&PostingSeq=1

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