Mitchell Activity Center Fitness Instructor; part-time temporary

Mitchell Activity Center Fitness Instructor (part-time temporary)

Hourly Rate
: $50/hr.
Availability
:
Position is open until filled. First review of materials will begin December 29, 2025.

Position Summary
:
The Mitchell Activity Center (MAC) is a hub for students, staff, and faculty at Seattle Central College to gather, socialize, re‑create, and exercise. The MAC also serves as a rental space for college affiliated groups and external rentals. This part‑time temporary position contributes to group fitness classes at the MAC, with a focus on Yoga instruction.

Duties include:

• Conducting and leading Yoga classes (45–60 minutes).
• Demonstrating fitness techniques and motivating students.
• Capturing daily attendance.
• Engaging with staff at the Mitchell Activity Center.
• Assisting students to achieve correct technique.

Typical schedule:

2–6 hours per week; morning and afternoon shifts available. Instructors are paid for set‑up and clean‑up time.

About Seattle Colleges
:
We are a district of three distinct colleges—North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College—and five specialty training centers. We are committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community.

Application Procedures
:

• Attach current resume.
• Attach cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job.

All application materials must be completed and submitted online.

What You Will Be Working On
:

• Provide welcoming, effective, and timely service.
• Answer basic informational and directional questions; refer users to appropriate employees as needed.
• Conduct and lead classes.
• Demonstrate practice and techniques.
• Visually assess students to determine their level of practice.
• Assist students to achieve correct technique.
• Motivate students with words of encouragement.
• Create a positive, fun environment.
• Offer training recommendations.
• Send in daily class attendance.

What You Bring as a Candidate
:

• Previous teaching experience.
• Education or experience in health and fitness.
• Certification preferable.
• Ability to provide customer service to patrons and visitors.
• Ability to maintain positive and effective relationships with students and other employees.
• Demonstrated commitment to promote equitable access and service to a diverse community.

Physical Demands and Disability Accommodation
Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with Seattle Colleges.

Physical Setting
You will operate hand, power, and motorized equipment. You will be able to lift at least 50 pounds and perform walking, bending, twisting, kneeling, climbing, etc., and work in varied weather conditions.

Notice of Non-Discrimination Statement
Seattle Colleges is committed to equal opportunity for all students, employees, and applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, age, hair texture or protective hairstyles, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, veteran status, disability, citizenship status, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified persons with disabilities.

Background Check Statement
Prior to hire, a background check will be conducted. In addition, candidates will complete a Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form WA HB 2327 as required.