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Kids Instructor

Part-time

Life Time Fitness

Westfield, MAPart-timeNo compensation foundPosted 1w agoChecked 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Westfield, MA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

First Aid CertificationInfant/Child CPR/AED CertificationAdult CPR/AED Certification

Job overview

Life Time Fitness is hiring a Kids Instructor. The Kids Instructor provides best‑in‑class, educational and fitness‑focused programming for children ages three months to eleven years, organizing, instructing and implementing safe, fun activities, maintaining records, handling incidents, and promoting junior programs within the Kids Academy.

Key focus areas include Greets, acknowledges, and interacts with members and guests in a friendly and professional manner, Fosters children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development by instructing organized activities in accordance with the Kids Academy Schedule, and Prepares and sets up for class and transfers kids to and from programming.

Preferred (not required): Customer Service, Communication Skills, Positive Behavior Management Techniques, and Ability To Engage A Group Of Children.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer ServiceCommunication SkillsPositive Behavior Management TechniquesAbility to Engage a Group of Children

Qualifications

Less Than High School Diploma or GEDCompletion of All Kids on-Demand Required LearningsFirst Aid CertificationInfant/Child CPR/AED CertificationAdult CPR/AED Certification6+ Months Teaching Children Ages 3 – 11

Full job description

Position Summary

The Kids Instructor provides best-in-class, educational/fitness-minded programming for our children. They organize, instruct and implement safe, fun and entertaining activities and games for children between the ages of three months to 11 years in the Kids Academy. Kids Instructors may also host parties and other events.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Greets, acknowledges, and interacts with members and guests in a friendly and professional manner
  • Fosters children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development by instructing organized activities in accordance with the Kids Academy Schedule
  • Prepares and sets up for class and transfers kids to and from programming
  • Maintains records of children’s attendance, development, and incidents.
  • Monitors and interacts with children to maintain a safe and healthy environment with respect to the toys, sports equipment, other children, and surroundings
  • Utilizes positive behavior management techniques and communicates clearly with parents and team members
  • Promotes all Junior programming to increase participation in all Kids & Aquatics programming
  • Maintains the Kids Academy and other program areas by following the cleaning checklist and performing assigned tasks. R estocks supplies after each class
  • Handles incidents and emergencies in a calm and professional manner ​

Position Requirements

  • Less than a High School Diploma or GED
  • Completion of all Kids On-Demand Required Learnings prior to first day of work
  • First Aid certification, Infant/Child and Adult CPR/AED certification required within the first 60 days of hire ​

​ Preferred Requirements

  • 6+ months of teaching children ages 3 – 11 in similar programs or activities
  • A bility to engage a group of children in an activity
  • Customer service and strong communication skills ​

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.

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