Group Fitness Instructor, Temporary Part-Time

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Group Fitness Instructors are an integral part of the Fitness team within Rec Sports. Group Fitness Instructors are responsible for leading multiple dynamic group fitness classes for participants with a range of fitness levels. This includes counting, cueing, organizing choreography, and much more.

Primary Responsibilities

* Provide a safe and fun environment for participants.

* Demonstrate and promote knowledge of proper group fitness components, i.e.: warm up, aerobic exercise, flexibility, cool down, etc.

* Provide customer service to all participants.

* Maintain group fitness equipment, rooms and storage areas.

* Share knowledge of Rec Sports policies and procedures.

* Earn all necessary Continuing Education Credits (CEC's or CEU's).

* Assist with special events like Late Night at the Rec.

* Enforce facility and program policies.

* Attend all required trainings and meetings (dates and times TBA).

Minimum Qualifications:

* Nationally accredited Group Fitness certification (ACE, ACSM, AFAA or equivalent).

* Ability to conduct safe and effective classes.

* Knowledgeable in techniques and dynamics of Group Fitness.

* Have current certification(s) for specific class format, including adult CPR/AED.

* Able to work a minimum number of hours/week (recommended 2 classes) on a set schedule.

* Good communication skills.

* Reliability and dependability.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience teaching Group Fitness classes.

* Ability to teach two or more class formats.

Salary and Benefits

$18 - $50 per hour

Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate's education, training and experience as well as the position's scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.

All Mines employees also have access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, as well as access to the state of the art Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the Outdoor Rec Center. We are proud to have recently opened an on campus daycare center.

For more details about benefits at Mines, visit mines.edu/human-resources/benefits.

How to Apply

Complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, veteran status)

* Upload a resume or CV

* Upload a cover letter

Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This posting may be used to fill more than one vacancy based on business needs.

References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and you will be informed before that contact is made.

Application review will begin August 4, 2025. This posting will remain open until filled and may close without notice. For best consideration, apply by August 3 at 11:59 p.m. as applications received after that date may not be reviewed.

It is the intent of Mines to comply with the applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and their implementation rules and regulations, in support of equal opportunities for qualified applicants with disabilities. To meet this goal, Mines will make reasonable accommodations during the employment selection process and within our working environment.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on our site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our Human Resources team at hr or  for assistance.

Successful Completion of a Background Investigation is Required for this Position.

Equal Opportunity

Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.

Mines' commitment to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a talented student body and workforce.

Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequality or concerns for safety.

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