Group Fitness Instructor - Scottsdale / Paradise Valley YMCA

The Valley of the Sun YMCA is honored to be among the top 50 YMCA associations in the United States, recognized for transforming our culture, vision, and operations. With 12 branches across the Valley and Northern Arizona, along with a thriving overnight camp in Prescott, we are a rapidly growing, cause-driven organization. Our mission is to enhance the nation's health and well-being while creating opportunities to give back and support our communities. If you are dedicated to being part of a greater movement, a career with the YMCA is for you. RESPONSIBILITIES OF A GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR: Motivate and lead class participants.Create positive lasting memories for each participant, each day. *This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned. REQUIREMENTS TO BE A GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR: 18 years of age or older.Required Certifications: current state approved First Aid and CPR/AED, current, National Certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in-group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise Certification.Minimum 1 year of experience teaching group fitness classes preferred.Current specialty class certifications as required: such as MOSSA, Silver Sneakers, Zumba, Mat Pilates, etc.Demonstrated ability to teach group exercise in a proficient manner. Ability to instruct and observe participants using proper exercise techniques.Ability to motivate others in the areas of self-awareness and self-confidence. Possesses mature judgment and sound decision-making. Demonstrated customer service and communication skills.Must be observant, safety conscious and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergencyMust have solid fitness industry knowledge. PART TIME BENEFITS: Free YMCA Staff MembershipDiscounted Family MembershipEmployee Program Rewards and DiscountsPaid Sick Leave (after 90 days of employment)Employee & Employer Retirement Contribution Options OUR YMCA CULTURE: The Valley of the Sun YMCA has been a trusted place of belonging, growth, and opportunity. We are for strengthening families, and creating opportunities for every child, teen, adult and senior to thrive. Guided by our call to Be Well. Do Good. Lead Change. Our goal is to expand access, deepen impact and secure a sustainable future for the Y across Arizona. Valley of the Sun YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this opening. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors. Our YMCA promotes a safe environment that is free from abuse. No form of abuse will be tolerated. This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.