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Group Exercise Instructor

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory·Chicago, Illinois

$25 - $25/hr·Part Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 day ago
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About the role

The Group Exercise Instructor will develop and lead energetic, motivational fitness classes for members of all skill levels. They are responsible for maintaining a safe learning environment, providing performance feedback, and ensuring high standards of customer service.

The salvation army

North & central illinois division

Ray and Joan Kroc Corp Community Center

Job Description

Job title: Group Exercise Instructor

People manager: No

Flsa status: Non-Exempt

Reports to (Title): Fitness Center Manager

Pay grade: 203

Pay range

$25.00

Who We Are

At The Salvation Army, we are dedicated to Doing the Most Good. We are made up of thousands of officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners working together to holistically meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our most vulnerable neighbors

Kroc center chicago vision

Kroc Center Chicago is a community center where families, individuals and relationships thrive in the name of Jesus.

Job summary

Group Exercise Instructors will provide specialized group exercise instruction that contributes to each member’s fitness goals. Classes developed and instructed will be fun, energetic and highly motivational exercise classes for all fitness and skill levels.

Specific duties and responsibilities

  • 1.
  • Provide instruction in assigned subject/area.
  • 1.
  • Be on time and prepared to teach your class.
  • 2.
  • Provide state of the art group exercise instruction that contributes to each member’s fitness goals.
  • 3.
  • Develop and instruct fun, energetic and highly motivational exercise classes for all fitness and skill levels.
  • 4.
  • Teach beginners through advanced learners in the fitness programs.
  • 5.
  • Provide individual and group guidelines for the development in fitness programs.
  • 6.
  • Critique and give feedback to participants regarding their work and performance level.
  • 7.
  • Develop, implement and evaluate group exercise programs according to desired outcomes and goals.
  • 8.
  • Maintain a professional demeanor and attitude with students of all ages, patrons, customers, staff and upper management.
  • 9.
  • Ensure that any classroom changes or modifications are communicated to all classroom participants in an efficient manner.
  • 10.
  • Carry out program evaluations as directed.
  • 2.
  • Maintain a safe learning environment.
  • 1.
  • Implement safety measures for group exercises classes to insure the health and safety of group exercise participants.
  • 2.
  • Report all harmful problems with facilities to the proper supervisor.
  • 3.
  • Adhere to all Safe From Harm Policies and Procedures as established by The Salvation Army.
  • 4.
  • Generate legible and accurate accident and incident reports as required and immediately rectify or notify appropriate personnel of all accidents or potentially unsafe conditions.

3. Communication 1. Maintain an open communication with the Fitness Manager in regards to class development and scheduling. 2. Ensure customer service standards are met; improved upon issues that arise with direct follow-up with unsatisfied members and/or guests. 3. Attend all staff meetings.

4. Maintain the Code of Ethics Policy, which has been established for the Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center. 5. Recognize the spiritual need of individuals, which may require referral to the pastoral team. 6. Perform other assignments/duties as directed.

  • Education/Experience
  • Associate or BA in Sports/Physical Education, or related field of study preferred
  • Two or more years experience teaching various or specific group exercise classes and working with fitness equipment.
  • Must have current credentials and/or certificates and /or license, if required.
  • Experience with a computer based work environment.
  • CPR, First Aid, and AED required

Qualifications

Doing the most good

Do you want to use your skills and talents to make a lasting difference in the world? The Salvation Army is the fourth largest charity in the United States and is an international organization based on Biblical principles created to help people in need. We are mission-driven, diverse, collaborative, and focused on positive results for people. Join us in making a difference.

The Salvation Army offers a competitive benefit package for eligible employees which may include the following medical, dental, vision, hearing, disability and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) retirement accounts, a company-funded defined contribution (pension) plan and generous time off policies.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the Human Resources department.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Veterans/Disabled. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Candidates should have two or more years of experience teaching group exercise classes and working with fitness equipment. An associate or bachelor degree in a related field is preferred, and current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are required.

  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • Communication
  • CPR
  • Customer service
  • AED
  • First aid
  • Facility maintenance
  • Safety protocols
  • Program evaluation
  • Class management
  • Fitness training
  • Group exercise instruction
  • Motivational coaching

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Generous time off policies
  • Hearing insurance
  • 403(b) retirement accounts
  • Defined contribution pension plan

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$25 - $25/hr
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Posted
Aug 13, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory

The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Our message is based on the Bible, our ministry is motivated by the love of God, and our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ as we meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Every...

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IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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