The Salvation Army USA Central Territory·Chicago, Illinois
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.
Job title: Group Exercise Instructor
People manager: No
Flsa status: Non-Exempt
Reports to (Title): Fitness Center Manager
Pay grade: 203
$25.00
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 is a community center where families, individuals and relationships thrive in the name of Jesus.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Market context
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