Part-Time Trainer, Aerobic Dance (Fitness)

Commitment to Mission
This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.
Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For® " is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions. Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.
Campus Marketing Statement
Lone Star College-Montgomery
Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.
LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.
Lone Star College-Montgomery, the premiere student-centered educational institution in Montgomery County, serves The Woodlands and Conroe communities. LSC-Montgomery provides a relaxing and conducive learning atmosphere while offering leisure learning opportunities, individual classes, and unique programs such as radiologic technology, physical therapy, and biotechnology.
Location address is 3200 College Park Drive, Conroe, TX 77384.
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under direct supervision, the PT Trainer, Aerobic Dance provides group fitness instruction, monitors and educates patrons on fitness and safety, and maintains a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class participants.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Teaches scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time; provides adequate warm-up, exercises, stretching, and cool down

Instructs patrons on effective workout methods; explains proper techniques, demonstrates exercises; identifies different muscle groups, and teaches appropriate methods to strengthen specific muscles

Prepares appropriate equipment, music, and handouts for each class

Assists patrons, answers questions, and maintains a positive exercise experience for members and class participants

Keeps management informed of customer and facility needs

Ensures that safety standards are met, and adherence to department and facility policies are followed

Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology and training principles
• Knowledge of group fitness teaching strategies
• The incorporation of music, tempo, cueing and rhythm as it applies to choreographed class formats
• Ability to be professional and motivate class participants
• Ability to cooperate and work well with other staff members

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy items. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as above average agility and dexterity.
WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a gymnasium/fitness type environment

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Instructor national certification (ACE, ACSM, AFAA) or equivalent
• Must possess a current Certified Group Fitness or class specific training/ certificate
• Must possess current CPR, AED, First Aid certification, or must obtain the certification within the first 30 days after being hired
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School diploma or GED

Salary
Hourly Pay Rate is $27.14
Benefits Marketing Statement
By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax deferred retirement plan and more.
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How to Apply
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