Fitness Instructor I & II

Great news, the Senior Center is so popular that we are expanding our hours!

We are now looking for Fitness Instructors for Tuesday/Thursday evenings (4:30-7pm) and Saturday mornings (8:30am-12pm).

We offer competitive pay based on your experience and certifications. We are hiring for multiple openings for Instructor 1 or Instructor 2 levels, see qualifications and pay below.

The Highlands Ranch Metro District is looking for energetic, part-time Fitness Instructors to bring the fun to our Senior Services program! If you're ready to inspire, move, and groove with our amazing older adults, this is the opportunity for you!

As a Fitness Instructor, you’ll:

• Lead fun, motivating fitness classes for older adults
• Inspire wellness at the brand-new Highlands Ranch Senior Center
• Create a supportive, engaging environment where seniors thrive

We're looking for instructors who can bring the heat with:

• Cardio
• Muscle conditioning
• Strength training
• Group fitness formats like Zumba, Barre, Yoga, and Pilates

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrates safe and effective exercises for both general and special populations.
• Accurately cues participants through the exercise routine.
• Performs exercises for all major muscle groups.
• Recognizes contraindicated exercises and adapts intensity and exercises to meet the needs of participants.
• Works in an upbeat and positive environment using innovative ideas to assist participants in achieving their personal fitness goals.
• Prepares music and other curriculum materials for class. Chooses music at appropriate beats per minute for class segments.
• Develops and teaches class content appropriate to the course description and level.
• Provides feedback to class participants and proper instruction in use of support materials and equipment.
• Follows class format and fidelity as set by Fitness and Enrichment Coordinator or sponsoring agency (i.e., Silver Sneakers).
• Welcomes and encourages all participants to follow at their own pace.
• Adapts class format to meet the needs of clientele.
• Monitors participants and their ability to participate.
• Monitors attire to properly perform, i.e., shoes, etc., if applicable.
• Reports all concerns to Fitness and Enrichment Coordinator.
• Responsible for finding a dependable, appropriate substitute upon their absence. If a substitute is not available, alert the Fitness and Enrichment Coordinator immediately so the class can be canceled and registrants notified.
• All staff meetings and training courses. When requested, attends special events to promote the fitness programs.
• Checks class rosters and accurately records participant attendance.
• Completes any necessary reports and forms, i.e., Accident Reports, Health Forms, Attendance Records, Supply Requests, etc.
• Must be responsible and punctual.
• May be required to set-up and break-down materials and equipment used for instruction.
• Performs first aid as required, depending on training and certification.
• Complies with District and department rules and regulations, policies and procedures.

Desired Qualifications

Fitness Instructor I - pay is up to $30 per hour

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Requires current ACE, AFAA, AAAI, NASM or equivalent group exercise and current CPR/AED certification. Must have or be willing to obtain Silver Sneakers Instructor Certification if needed.
• At least six months’ experience in teaching fitness classes to older adults is preferred.

Fitness Instructor II - pay is up to $32 per hour

• In addition to the above; Must have a specialized certification in Yoga, Zumba, Pilates, Barre, or similar format from accredited institution.
• At least one year’s experience in teaching specialized fitness classes to older adults is preferred.

Necessary Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of fitness, health and wellness principles and how to apply them in teaching fitness classes. Must be aware of physical modifications for individuals of all ages/abilities. Must be able to plan, develop and implement a class curriculum as established by certification. 

Works in an indoor (and occasional outdoor) setting where incumbent may be subject to noise and distraction; requires extended periods of speaking in a loud voice for up to an hour at a time; requires public relations skills in handling concerns and complaints; entails working closely with others and working with little supervision; and requires excellent organizational/time management skills. 

Must be personable; innovative and creative; flexible and versatile; team-oriented; adaptable to fast-paced, changing environments; have strong human relations and communication skills; and be customer service oriented. Administers first aid and CPR in the event of an accident.

Supervision Received

Works under the general supervision of the Fitness and Enrichment Coordinator.

Supervision Exercised

Supervises programs they are scheduled to instruct.

Tools and Equipment Used

Equipment for projecting vocal instructions and music, and program equipment including weights, chairs, bands, etc.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, mainly Monday through Friday in the office. Due to the nature of this position, some evening and weekend hours will be required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear; use hand to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Requires muscular exertion and/or physical strain and frequent concentration on an activity where the flow of work is intermittent; requires use of hands to fingers, ability to reach, climb, bend, stoop, crouch and occasionally lift objects weighing less than 20 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office type setting and occasionally in outside weather conditions, including inclement weather.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Selection Guidelines

Formal applications, rating of education and experience; interview and reference check; job related tests might be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Application Information

Pre-employment screening includes a background check, illegal substances screening and motor vehicle record review.

We will be accepting applications ongoing.

Submit applications at highlandsranch.org/apply or if viewing this posting from our career center, click "Apply" below.