Specialty Fitness Instructor I/II
Salary
$26.05 - $38.06 Hourly
Location
City of Thornton; Trail Winds Recreation Center, CO
Job Type
Temporary Part-Time
Job Number
26092
Department
Parks, Recreation, & Community Programs
Division
Recreation and Golf Temporary
Opening Date
05/28/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
WORK HOURS
HOURS VARY (SEE BELOW)
PROBATION
None, not career service
STATUS 2
FLSA NON-EXEMPT
We are hiring for substitute instructors for ZUMBA fitness classes. This posting is for instructors at Carpenter Recreation Center and Trail Winds Recreation.
Under specified supervision, teaches specialty fitness classes.
Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from Specialty Fitness Instructor I or, when filled from the outside, require previous and directly related experience.
Specialty Fitness Instructor I:
Under immediate supervision, this is the entry-level non-certified classification in the Specialty Fitness Instructor series. Incumbents entering this class have limited related work experience.
Specialty Fitness Instructor II:
Under direction, this is the journey-level certified classification in the Specialty Fitness Instructor series and is distinguished from level I by certification.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
Assists with setup, preparation and planning of specialty fitness classes.
Instructs specialty fitness classes.
Provides appropriate music for classes.
Ensures all possible safety measures are observed. Responds to emergency situations as required and maintains accurate accident and incident reports.
Communicates and enforces facility and class policies and procedures. Complies with City and departmental rules and regulations, policies, and procedures.
Provides excellent customer service, including interacting with participants to answer questions and resolve problems. Reports any issues and concerns to supervisor.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
Specialty Fitness Instructor I:
Requires six months of experience in teaching specified group specialty fitness class. Must be at least 18 years of age. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Specialty Fitness Instructor II:
Requires eighteen (18) months of experience in teaching specified group specialty fitness class. Six months of Thornton teaching experience preferred. Must be at least 18 years of age. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Licensing/Certification Requirements:
Specialty Fitness Instructor I:
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certificates, or the ability to obtain both within 30 days of hire required.
Certification in specified specialty fitness class from an accredited organization or Group Exercise or Personal Training Certification from an accredited institution (AFAA, ACSM, NASM, ACE, etc.) to teach class formats that do not have a certification preferred.
May need the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as the job requires.
Specialty Fitness Instructor II:
In addition to the above requirements:
Group Exercise or Personal Training Certification from an accredited institution (AFAA, ACSM, NASM, ACE, etc.).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the City of Thornton and the department.
Knowledge of basic fitness instruction for specified specialty fitness class.
Skill in performing the specified specialty fitness class exercises for the duration of the class.
Skill in performing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid activities.
Ability to effectively lead and coordinate specialty fitness classes.
Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
Ability to read, interpret and apply operating policies and procedures.
Ability to react quickly and accurately in emergency situations.
Ability to listen well and communicate effectively with the public.
Ability to promote and provide quality specialty classes.
Ability to maintain composure during mentally, physically and emotionally stressful situations.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, stoop, climb, crawl, repeatedly twist the upper body, talk, hear, see, demonstrate manual dexterity, and be able to repetitively lift 50 pounds. The employee must demonstrate the ability to remain calm during routine and stressful conditions. The employee must be able to physically demonstrate and participate in all fitness exercises, for the duration of the class session, each time it is conducted.
TESTING PROCEDURES
Examinations may include but are not limited to application screening beyond minimum qualifications; written, oral, practical exercise or any combination thereof or other job related assessment deemed appropriate by Human Resources.
Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important! Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration.
As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions which may also include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre-determined positions.
The City of Thornton is an equal opportunity employer.
The City of Thornton offers employees an outstanding benefits package. Benefit eligibility is based on the status of the position. Please email Jobs@thorntonco.gov to receive a copy of our current Benefits Guide.
Benefits offered may include the following depending on the job type/status of the position:
01
Are you at least 18 years of age?
02
Do you have at least 6 months of experience teaching any of the following specialty fitness classes? Body Pump, Functional Fitness, High Fitness, Intervals, Pilates, Silver Sneakers, Yoga, or Zumba? If you answer "Yes" to this question, this experience MUST be listed on your application or resume.
03
Please select all classes that you have experience teaching. (Select all that apply.)
04
Please describe your specialty fitness teaching experience, including formats. (If you do not have any experience, please enter N/A.)
05
Do you currently possess a fitness certification from Aerobics & Fitness Association of America (AFAA), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), American Council of Exercise (ACE), International Sports & Science Association (ISSA), or equivalent fitness certification? Please check all that apply.
06
If you answered "Other Certification" to the question above, please list your certification here. Otherwise, enter N/A".
07
Do you have a current CPR/AED and/ or 1st Aid Certificate? Check all that apply.
Required Question
Employer City of Thornton
Department Parks, Recreation, & Community Programs Address 8651 Colorado Blvd
Thornton, Colorado, 80229
Thornton is a diverse community with a strong commitment to quality of life and environmental issues. The Denver metropolitan area in which Thornton is located consistently ranks as one of the most desirable areas to live in the United States. The community's location, 10 miles north of downtown Denver and adjacent to Interstate 25, provides high visibility for business while still allowing easy access to various transportation routes.
The city's location also provides an excellent environment for cultural, recreational, and outdoor enthusiasts. Thornton offers easy access to the 28 major resort areas found in the nearby Rocky Mountains, which offers skiing, hiking, rafting, and camping, as well as beautiful and breathtaking scenic wonders... most are well within a two hour drive. Cultural activities, including numerous museums, gardens, the opera and symphony, are readily available in Denver and other nearby communities such as Boulder, Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley and Arvada. Professional sports teams, including the Denver Broncos, Colorado Rockies, Colorado Avalanche, Colorado Rapids and the Denver Nuggets offer activities for the sports enthusiast.