Group Exercise Instructor - Pilates/Yoga/WERQ/Zumba

Group Exercise InstructorUnder the direction of the Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation, this position administers group exercise classes. Group Exercise Instructors are responsible for leading safe, effective, and enjoyable fitness classes. Group Exercise Instructors provide class participants with proper form and technique demonstration, exercise modifications, and exercise progressions.Job FunctionsProvide a safe and enjoyable environment for participantsAbility to be professional and motivate class participantsPromote knowledge of proper group fitness components, i.e. warm up, aerobic exercise, flexibility, cool down etc.Demonstrate modifications of intensity and impactEncourage and motivate participants to work at own paceUse proper cueing (visual, correctional and motivational)File all necessary records with the Recreation department.Act as spokesperson to the Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation in regard to any emergency.Keep the Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation informed of pertinent information.Be able to perform all first aid duties in case of an emergency.Performs other related job duties as required.Qualifications and CompetenciesWorking knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology and training principles.Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, tempo, cueing technique, and rhythm.Knowledgeable in techniques and dynamics of group Fitness.Understanding of applicable emergency medical response training and certification requirements.Working Conditions and Physical DemandsMust have and maintain a current Fitness or Group Fitness related certification.Must have a current certification for the class you are teaching (Pilates, Yoga, WERQ, Zumba)Must have a current First Aid certification or equivalent.Must have a current Adult CPR certification or equivalent.Continuing education/renewals of certifications kept up to date and submitted to the Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation on or before certification expire.The City of Middleton honors and recognizes the sacrifice and dedication made by veterans of the United States Armed Services, and the unique skills, experiences, and abilities they bring to the workplace. The City's Veterans' Preference Program is designed and implemented to encourage and enable the recruitment, review and potential hire of qualified veterans. This program does not guarantee the selection of any veteran or eliminate the need for such veterans to otherwise meet all basic qualifications for the position(s) for which they apply. The City of Middleton is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.