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Kids Instructor

Part-time

Life Time Fitness

Westwood, NJPart-time$15–18/hrPosted 1mo agoChecked 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$15–18/hr
Location
Westwood, NJ
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

First Aid CertificationInfant/Child And Adult CPR/AED Certification

Job overview

Life Time Fitness is hiring a Kids Instructor. The Kids Instructor provides best‑in‑class, educational and fitness‑oriented programming for children ages three months to 11 years, organizing, instructing and ensuring safe, fun activities in the Kids Academy.

Key focus areas include Greets members and guests in a friendly and professional manner, Fosters children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development through organized activities, and Prepares and sets up for class and transfers kids to and from programming.

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

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer ServiceCommunication SkillsPositive Behavior ManagementAbility to Engage Group of ChildrenRecord KeepingSafety Monitoring

Qualifications

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

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
401(k) Match

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 ​

Pay

This is an hourly position with wages starting at $15.00 and pays up to $18.00, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

A fully subsidized membership

Discounts on Life Time products and services

401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)

Training and professional development

Paid sick leave where required by law

Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

Short term and long term disability insurance

Life insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans

Parental leave and adoption assistance

Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave

Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold

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.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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