Group Exercise Instructor

WHO WE ARE: The Elmhurst Park District, established in 1920 and located 16 miles west of Chicago, provides parks, recreation facilities and programs to meet our mission of enriching lives while having fun. Our vision is to become a national leader in providing parks and recreation experiences to our community. We are looking for people to join our team and be part of an organization that values being community focused, providing customer service excellence, working with integrity, having fun, and fostering belonging!
 
We have an exciting part-time job opportunity as GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTOR at Courts Plus our fitness center. We are looking for a Group Exercise Instructor with experience teaching any of the following: BARRE, Pilates, Spin, Strength training and/or HIIT classes. This is a great position for someone who is upbeat, positive, & brings their "A"-Game to every class they teach! 
 
WHAT YOU’LL DO: As Group Exercise Instructor you'll instruct various group exercise classes. 

Responsibilities include but not limited to:  

• Plan and instruct group exercise classes including aerobics, aquatics and yoga, current with industry
  standards and in accordance with professional fitness certifying organization.


• Remain knowledgeable of class format and follow safety guidelines.


• Organize classes including taking attendance.


• Monitor class attendance to determine class continuations or cancellations.


• Distribute promotional materials as provided.


• Present new program ideas to Supervisor.


• Perform upkeep and maintenance of pool area and equipment and/or group exercise studio and
  equipment, if applicable.


• Teach a minimum of three different types of class formats.


• Be available to teach a minimum of three hours per week including subbing for other instructors.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• High school graduate or equivalent, with some college in health-related field preferred and 1-3 years
  of experience.


• Current certification through appropriate fitness organization, such as AEA, ACSM, NASM, ACE or
  AFAA.


• Trained in a minimum of three different class formats

  
WHEN YOU’LL WORK:
Schedule depends on group exercise schedule. 
 
WHAT YOU’LL GET:
The anticipated pay may range between $25-30/hour depending on experience. This position falls under Pay Grade A with a pay range of $21.00 - $41.00.

 
In exchange for your time and talent, we offer a generous benefits package for PART-TIME CATEGORY 2, including:

• 50% off programs for self, spouse, civil union partner or legal dependents (resident fee); certain restrictions apply


• Free pool passes


• Free individual Courts Plus membership!


• Free miniature golf and batting cages at The Hub (employee only)!


• 20% off food purchases at The Hub concession stand!


• 20% rentals (excludes Wilder Mansion); 50% weekday rentals at The Hub!


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Values Recognition Program


• Employee social activities


• Two deferred compensation programs (VOYA & Nationwide)


• Credit Union (Central Credit Union of Illinois)

* The Elmhurst Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process may contact the Division Manager - Human Resources & Risk at [email protected].*

For more information about the Elmhurst Park District, please visit epd.org!!

Additional Legal Statements

Elmhurst Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elmhurst Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Elmhurst Park District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.

The district is required by state statute (70 ILCS 1205/8-23) to obtain criminal conviction information concerning applicants, and shall perform a criminal background check for applicants for all positions, including the position for which you have applied. Applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of convictions. Conviction of offenses enumerated in subsection (c) of said statute shall automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration for working for the district. All other convictions shall not automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration, but rather, the conviction will be considered in relationship to the specific job.