Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63130

Scheduled Hours

10

Position Summary

WashU's Division of Student Affairs seeks a fitness professional for the position of Fitness Instructor II. The Division of Student Affairs advances the educational mission of the university through resources and experiences outside the classroom that prepare our students for lifelong success.

The Fitness Instructor is responsible for guiding group fitness classes that vary in format and levels. Must hold a valid certification in Pilates, Pilates Reformer, Pilates Chair, Yoga, and/or Intermediate/Advanced Training Methodology.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides fitness instruction at assigned facility.
• Promotes knowledge of proper group fitness components, i.e., warm up, aerobic exercise, flexibility, cool down, proper form and alignment, etc.
• Motivates and instructs participants through exercises and routines.
• Prepares workouts/choreography for fitness classes.
• Serves as an advocate for fitness and healthy lifestyles at WashU.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations
• Availability to work both weekday and weekend shifts

Physical Effort

• Typically standing or walking
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.

First Aid CPR/AED - American Red Cross, Group Fitness Certification - Athletics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), Group Fitness Instructor - American Council on Exercise (ACE)

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications

• At least one fitness certification in the specific format of instruction.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Multiple fitness certifications with at least two years of instructional experience.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to identify and correct participant technique.
• Ability to offer exercise modifications.
• Advanced knowledge in techniques and dynamics of basic group fitness and specialty classes.
• Have an interest in inspiring all recreation participants to build habits of wellness.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

Instructional (2 Years)

Skills:

Coaching Techniques, Communication, Exercise Instruction, Fitness Coaching, Fitness Education, Group Fitness Instruction, Group Presentations, Recreation Management, Wellness Programs

Grade

G12-H

Salary Range

$29.96 - $47.92 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to review our benefit eligibility criteria along with any applicable benefits.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.