Group fitness instructor
City of Mississauga’s Community Services Department is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Group fitness instructor. City of Mississauga’s Community Services Department enhances residents’ quality of life by managing parks, recreation centers, libraries, and cultural facilities. It offers diverse programs for all ages, promoting community engagement, health, and wellness. The department maintains high service standards and fosters community connections, ensuring a vibrant, inclusive city environment. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Mississauga
Department: Community Services Department
Division: Recreation Division
Section: Aquatics, Therapeutic and Fitness
Position: Group fitness instructor
No of Vacancies: 5
Salary: $28.34 – $37.78 hourly
Employment Type: Part time
Non-Union/Union: Non Union
Location: Mississauga, ON
Primary Location: Community Centre Mississauga
Shift: Up to 10 hours
Requisition ID: 25267
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of High Five Certification
Experience: Candidates should have experience teaching multi-level group exercise classes with a variety of formats
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be capable of performing physical exercises while instructing
- The candidates should be prepared to work primarily in a community center environment
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should possess Group Exercise Certification by a recognized association including Can Fit Pro, ACE, OFC, or equivalent with annual renewals provided for validation and Emergency First Aid or CPR “B” Certification
- The candidates should be willing to undergo a Level 3 Vulnerable Sector Check at their own expense, as a condition of employment, to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to create a safe and effective class plan specific to the format outlined using sound training principles and effectively provide quality customer service and act as a knowledgeable resource to participants
- The candidates should be able to include exercises and modifications that provide a variety of options for comfort and intensity to ensure that all participants feel safe and successful
- The candidates should be able to plan and prepare music appropriate for the class format and the participants’ needs and preferences and and instruct the group exercise format specific to the outline provided
- The candidates should be able to provide verbal, visual, and kinesthetic cueing for exercises and techniques to appeal to a variety of learning styles and provide a combination of education and motivation appropriate to the format and participant group
- The candidates should be able to provide permission and options with verbal and visual demonstrations of options and modifications for exercises for comfort and to vary intensity
- The candidates should be able to support the objectives and goals of all fitness programs through quality instruction, supervision, and excellent customer and staff relations and engage with other staff with a positive and cooperative approach to best utilize facilities, space, and serve participants
- The candidates should be able to conduct themselves inside and outside of the class in a positive and professional manner that is consistent with the City of Mississauga and promote other classes and programs to encourage and inform participants
- The candidates should be able to respond to customer needs and questions with accurate information and guidance to resources, being responsible and acting within the scope of knowledge and service
- The candidates should be able to reach out to the Supervisor or Manager on duty when questions are beyond the scope of service and specific to the facility and City of Mississauga programs and services
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!