Group Exercise Instructor - Pilates Reformer - Fall 2026 - University Recreation - 530348

Pay Grade/Pay Range: $35.00/hour

Department/Organization: 820631 - UREC Student Recreation Center

Normal Work Schedule: Flexible; 2 to 10 hours per week depending on class assignment(s).

Job Summary: The Group Exercise Instructor – Pilates Reformer provides safe, engaging, and evidence-based Pilates Reformer classes that promote strength, flexibility, balance, mobility, and overall wellness for University Recreation participants. Instructors design and adapt classes to accommodate participants with varying experience levels while emphasizing proper technique, body awareness, alignment, and injury prevention. Through individualized coaching and positive participant interactions, instructors foster a welcoming and inclusive environment while serving as ambassadors for University Recreation Fitness Programs and Services.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Current University of Alabama graduate or undergraduate student. Pilates instructor NCPT certification or training from a nationally recognized certifying organization, such as Balanced Body, Polestar Pilates, The Pilates Center Boulder, Streamline Pilates, BASI, Peak Pilates. Must have current American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid certification, or ability to complete ARC certification requirements within six (6) weeks of employment.

Skills and Knowledge: In-depth understanding and application of fitness methodologies and training techniques. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and exercise science to guide participants safely and effectively. Excellent communication skills to instruct and motivate individuals or groups during fitness sessions. Customer-focused attitude with the ability to provide a positive and encouraging environment for participants.

Preferred Qualifications: Two (2) years of experience teaching Pilates Reformer classes.

Enrollment Requirements: Applicants must meet enrollment requirements to be eligible for on-campus student employment. Applicants must be enrolled in a UA degree program and meet minimum credit hour requirements during the academic year: Undergraduate Students must be registered for at least 6 credit hours during fall/spring semesters; Graduate Students must be registered for at least 4.5 credit hours during fall/spring semesters; International Students must be registered full-time (Undergraduate = 12 credit hours, Graduate = 9 credit hours) during fall/spring semesters. Enrollment requirements must be maintained for the duration of on-campus employment. Individual hiring departments and programs may also have additional eligibility requirements for employment.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

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