FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Occupational Summary

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INSTRUCT FITNESS COURSES SUCH AS AEROBICS, YOGA, SPINNING, AND KICK- BOXING OFFERED TO GENERAL STUDENT POPULATION IN STUDENT ATHLETIC CENTERS DURING THE ACADEMIC YEAR. THESE ARE SEPARATE FROM THE CLASSES OFFERED THROUGH THE PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT FOR COURSE CREDIT AND ARE SCHEDULED BASED ON INTEREST, WITH EACH CLASS LASTING 30 MINUTES TO 1 HOUR.

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Work Performed

Teach the correct fitness methods depending on the class offered.

Plan classes around the skill levels of the participants.

Make sure that the classroom and equipment are in working order.

Notify the Center Director if maintenance is needed or if equipment needs to be ordered.

Lead fitness classes in exercises and/or instruct personal training clients.

Monitor the well-being of all participants.

Encourage participants to continue with exercises and make healthy choices.

Enforce all fitness facility policies, rules and regulations.

Participate in regular in-service training sessions.

Exercise regularly to maintain fitness level.

Complete records and reports as needed.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

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Required Qualifications at this Level

Education/Training

Certifications: American Red Cross CPR/AED;

Group exercise certification from a credible organization or Personal training certification from a credible organization or Physical Education degree

Experience

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Skills

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Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $23.26 to USD $36.73. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidates work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individuals age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

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