Group Fitness Instructor - Old Town Activity Center - City of Lenexa

The City of Lenexa Parks and Recreation department is currently accepting applications for a Certified GroupX Fitness Instructor to join our team at the Lenexa Old Town Activity Center!

Hours:

• Tuesday: 9:30am -10:30am - Senior Pep
• Friday: 9:00am - 10:00am - Chair Yoga

Position Summary

This position will be responsible for planning and leading safe and effective group exercise classes to participants with a wide variety of fitness backgrounds and physical abilities, as well as additional related opportunities as deemed appropriate by the Rec Center.

Key Responsibilities

• Creates and plans fitness class curriculum.
• Instructs and delivers classes to participants.
• Assists in the promotion of classes, including writing materials for the Lenexa Town Talk and/or other marketing material as requested by supervisors.
• Complies with, and promotes, safety and sanitary regulations.
• Serves as a first responder when necessary at department facilities.
• Attends mandatory meetings.
• Tracks attendance, and inspects equipment and room for safety concerns.

Additional Examples of Work Performed

• Assists with special events and festivals.

Qualifications

Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent. Nationally recognized group fitness certification, Silver Sneaker Certification, Yoga/Chair Yoga Certification.

Desired: CPR/First Aid/AED certified, knowledge of general Parks and Recreation practices, at least one year of group fitness instruction and customer service experience.

Compensation

The rate of pay is $24.50 per hour. City residency is not required.

Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check.

To Apply

Complete and online application. Attach your resume reflecting your applicable work experience. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Lenexa strives to treat all employees fairly, with consistency and respect, while providing a positive, challenging and rewarding work environment. We value and encourage diversity in our workplace.