FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

DUKE UNIVERSITY

Fitness Instructor

Be You.

The Fitness Team within the Duke Recreation and Physical Education department is looking for knowledgeable, energetic, and certified Fitness Instructors. All instructors are required to hold a current Certification from a respected and validated certifying organization. Current CPR and First Aid Certifications are Also Required. Duke Recreation and Physical Education is firmly committed to our values of respect, trust, inclusion, discovery, and excellence, and to continuing our work to be an equitable and inclusive environment for all. Our collective success within and beyond the competitive arena depends on each community member being and feeling welcomed, respected, and valued. Through continuous education, reflection, humility, and accountability, we strive to develop leaders who embody these ideals.

Minimum Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree

· Certification from a respected and validated certifying organization.

· Current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers certification (or ability to obtain within first 30-days).

· Ability to lift 50lbs.

· Valid driver’s license.

· Ability to work evening and weekend hours.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Two or more years of experience working in group fitness settings teaching classes.

· Experience working with a variety of ages, wellness goals and physical conditions in a group fitness setting.

Other Requirements:

· Valid driver’s license.

· Current Fitness Instructor Certification.

This position is onsite. The work is performed on-site on Duke University’s East Campus in the Brodie Recreation Center or Duke University’s West Campus in the Wilson Recreation Center.

Be Bold.

· Plan, prepare and instruct safe and effective group fitness classes

· Maintain knowledge of general fitness, wellness, anatomy, kinesiology, and physiology as it relates to human movement and muscular conditioning.

· Provide fun and motivational instruction and education on the benefits of healthy living through exercise.

· Assist with maintaining the health and quality of all fitness equipment.

· Achieve proficiency in the use of any required Software programs as deemed necessary by the Fitness Department.

· Understand and enforce University Recreation and Area Specific policies and guidelines.

· Attend required trainings.

· Develop professional relationships with co-workers, participants, and guests.

Choose Duke.

· As part of Recreation and Physical Education, you'll join a mission-driven team committed to developing a welcoming, inclusive, and high-performing environment. Your work will directly contribute to the success, wellbeing, and growth of our diverse Duke community.

· Screening of Applications will continue until all positions are filled.

· Anticipated Pay Range: will vary based on instruction experience with room to grow.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Certifications: American Red Cross CPR/AED; Group exercise certification from a credible organization or Personal training certificationfrom a credible organization or Physical Education degree

Experience

N/A

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

Certifications: American Red Cross CPR/AED Group exercise certification from a credible organization Personal training certification from a credible organization Physical Education degree