Group Exercise Instructor - Foster YMCA

Position Summary:

Leads fitness and/or related wellness classes using proper exercise techniques and motivation.

Essential Functions:

1. Promotes and incorporates the YMCA five core values of honesty, responsibility, respect, caring and faith into all program activities.
2. Plans and instructs fitness and/or related classes following YMCA standards and guidelines.
3. Observes and discusses individual progress with participants. Develops rapport with members and responds to questions related to fitness.
4. Offers alternatives during class to accommodate different fitness levels.
5. Monitors participants to ensure safe workout; responds to and reports accidents and incidents as required.
6. Prepares room and equipment prior to class and properly secures room and equipment following the class; reports equipment and/or facility problems to supervisor promptly. 
7. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency procedures.
8. Responds to members' questions and/or concerns.
9. Reports suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
10. Meets timelines and deadlines related to supporting systems and employee compliance. Example includes but is not limited to Kronos Workforce Ready for review and approval of time sheets.
11. Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
12. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

YMCA Culture & Cause Expectations

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. It’s who are, who we aspire to be and how we show up every day. We are cause-driven. We don’t just show up, we show up with purpose. As a cause-driven leader, you are expected to be:

Welcoming- Accept neighbors eagerly, warmly, hospitably, and as equal participants.

Nurturing- Care for, support and help develop through encouragement.

Hopeful- Take an optimistic or positive view of future outcomes.

Determined- Devote full strength and concentrated attention to the cause.

Genuine– Be honest and open in relationships with others.

YMCA Competencies (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.

Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Qualifications:  

1. At least 18 years of age.
2. High school diploma or equivalent.
3. ASHI CPR/AED, Basic First Aid, Emergency Oxygen Administration certifications and various YMCA trainings, including Child Abuse Prevention, upon hire. 
4. Previous related work experience preferred.
5. Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.
6. Required certifications:  Primary Group Fitness Certifications (ACE, AFAA, NASM) and/or specialty certifications.

Language Skills

Ability to read, interpret, retain and teach documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions and procedural/educational manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of children, parents, staff, members of the YMCA and/or others, as well as in one-on-one situations.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense, understanding and sound mature judgment to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form, including assisting with curriculum learning. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to be sensitive and alert to the needs, feelings and safety of others.

Physical Demands 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle and/or feel objects, tools and/or controls; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and taste and smell. The employee must frequently move and/or lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 100 pounds such as furniture, supplies, equipment, etc. Must possess adequate vision and hearing to safely monitor environment.

Work Environment 

The YMCA is a nonsmoking and drug and alcohol free work environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, occasionally loud.

The YMCA of Greater Houston provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.