Job description

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity!

Hiring Immediately for Yoga Instructors at our Columbia North YMCA Branch!!

POSITION PURPOSE

The Group Instructor is expected to develop and conduct fitness classes. Prepare class routines in accordance with YMCA program standards. Conduct and deliver member feedback to ensure that programs are responsive to their needs. Maintain accurate records and information regarding class participation program progress. Ensure a positive, healthy and valuable experience for all members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Set an example of healthy living and personal fitness.
• Prepare routines and/or choreography within YMCA standards.
• Provide support and encouragement to members and reinforce healthy lifestyles.
• Arrive prior to the class time to set up equipment/music and to encourage members.
• Maintain professional appearance.
• Ensure the safety and well being of members and staff. Notify supervisor of any safety hazards or concerns within the facility.
• Provide excellent service to all members and notify supervisor of member needs, supplies or other items needed to ensure program quality and member satisfaction.
• Ensure that safe movement and technique is utilized by every member in all classes.
• Maintain knowledge of emergency and safety procedures and maintain records on any incidents.
• Participate as a member of the staff team in providing excellent member service.
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Contribute to the instructor team by covering additional classes when requested by co-worker

ROLE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• 18 years of age and high school diploma or equivalent.
• YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise certification with experience or National certification (1).
• Addresses members by name, has a positive rapport with members.
• Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion for member service, building and maintaining a culture of member service excellence

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word to impart oral information and to convey detailed, spoken instructions to staff, members, children, and volunteers accurately, quickly, and loudly. Ability to perceive the nature of sounds by ear; ability to lift and carry 50-75 pounds; ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling. Ability to move about on foot quickly; ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where they actually are and clearly see at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Exposure to high levels of noise and various environmental conditions.

Acquire and maintain the following certifications:

• CPR/AED/O2/First Aid obtained through the American Red Cross (valid 2 years)
• Requisite OSHA online trainings (valid 1 year unless otherwise noted)
• Mandated Reporter Training (valid 5 years)
• Additional training and development specific to your role as reference in onboarding packet.

OUR CULTURE
At the YMCA we value CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY in personal character and behavior and believe that they are essential to attaining our mission

OUR MISSION
CONNECTING PEOPLE TO HEALTHIER LIVES

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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