Group Exercise Instructor (temp)

Job Profile Title Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt Job Description Summary The Group Exercise program is intended to encourage participants to increase participation in exercise and develop healthy behaviors in their daily lives. All Group Exercise Instructors are expected to deliver safe and effective classes to all levels of participants. This position will be under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Fitness & Wellbeing.

Job Description

Responsibilities Build safe, effective, and engaging group exercise class plans for participants at all fitness levels. Connect with participants to build rapport and be their accountability partner. Explain and demonstrate exercises in detail. Provide modifications and progressions for exercises.

Explain and educate participants on safe and proper use of gym equipment. Check-in all participants using the Fusion software system prior to the start of every group exercise class. Report attendance after every class into the Group Ex Pro software system. Promote Campus Recreation programs and services.

Inform participants on gym policies for safety and hygiene. Meet with Assistant Director as needed. Assist with department-wide programs, staff trainings, etc. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Accredited and current Group Fitness Instructor Certification and CPR/AED certification required. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Excellent time management skills. Have the ability to interact with members and provide information about Penn Campus Rec program offerings.

Job Location - City, State Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Department / School Division of Recreation & Intercollegiate Athletics Pay Range Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity

Statement The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics) , citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law . Special Requirements A background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits Health and Life : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. Retirement : Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Please note that benefit eligibility is determined/based on ACA guidelines.