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Pool - Group Fitness Instructors

California State University·Carson, California

$17 - $140/hr·Part Time·Temporary·On Site·
0-2 yrs
·Posted 2 days ago
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About the role

The Group Fitness Instructor leads safe, effective, and engaging fitness classes for participants of varying levels. They are responsible for preparing class plans, ensuring participant safety, and fostering an inclusive and motivating environment.

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Working Title: Group Fitness Instructor

The purpose of this recruitment is to produce a pool of qualified applicants to call upon for temporary appointments. Temporary appointments may be canceled or extended at any time. Successful candidates may be appointed from a few days up to one year depending on the assignment. For additional information regarding the Temporary Pool recruitments, please contact HR at (310) 243-3771.

This is a Temporary and/or hourly intermittent appointment. No probationary period. No permanent status is granted.

Department Name: Health, Wellness, & Recreation Center

Classification Title: Casual Worker

Classification

Salary Range

$16.90 -$140.00 per hour

The final salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Position Summary

The ToroGX Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for leading safe, effective, and engaging group fitness classes that support participant wellness and satisfaction. This role delivers high-quality instruction to individuals of varying fitness levels while fostering an inclusive, motivating, and positive class environment. The Group Exercise Instructor follows established policies and professional standards to ensure participant safety, program consistency, and an exceptional recreation experience. Example group fitness formats include (bit not limited to): Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Aqua-Aerobics, Bootcamp, Cardio/Strength based, Dance, Martial Arts, etc.

This is a part-time position with a variable schedule based on class assignments, participant demand, and facility needs. Early morning, evening, and weekend availability may be required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Instructs safe, effective, and engaging group fitness classes using proper technique and professional judgment
  • Demonstrates and cues exercises appropriate for participants of varying fitness levels and abilities
  • Provides a welcoming and inclusive environment for all class participants
  • Ensures participant’s safety during classes and within the facility or studio space
  • Prepares class plans that align with class format, certification standards, and organizational expectations

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Current CPR/AED certifications
  • Current nationally recognized group fitness certification (e.g., ACE, AFAA, ACSM) or equivalent pending format

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to effectively lead group classes and communicate instructions clearly
  • Knowledge of standard practices related to group fitness instruction and recreational sports
  • Ability to work independently and follow established procedures

Preferred Qualifications

  • Specialty certification(s) appropriate to the class format taught (e.g., yoga, cycle, Pilates, strength, dance)
  • Experience instructing group fitness classes in a recreation, collegiate, or community setting
  • Proficiency with audio/visual equipment used in group fitness environments
  • Experience working with diverse populations and fitness levels

To view the full position description, click “Position Description” above.

General Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance and State Law.

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.

California State University Dominguez Hills is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas.

The CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance. It is our goal to compensate employees equitably and fairly. You can access a full description of our benefits here [https://www.csudh.edu/hr/benefits/benefits-information-and-summaries/].

Services provided by CSU student health centers include, but are not limited to, primary medical care, counseling and psychological services, and sexual health education and support (including provision of medication abortion services). Coordinate on-site implementation of SB 24 legally mandated medical abortion services.

Closing Statement

California State University, Dominguez Hills, is strongly committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources Office at (310) 243-3771.

California State University Dominguez Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

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Education Code 89521 Requirements

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.

Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

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Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Retirement
  • Tuition assistance

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time, Temporary
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$17 - $140/hr
Location
Carson, California
Posted
Aug 18, 2026
Application
Employer website
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California State University

The California State University is the largest system of four-year higher education in the country, with 23 campuses, 56,000 faculty and staff and 477,000 students. Half of the CSU's students transfer from California Community Colleges. Created in 1960, the mission of the CSU is...

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TypeEducational
Size501-1,000 employees
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