Kids Instructor

Kids Instructor

Life Time Inc. – Kids Academy, Walnut Creek, CA

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

• 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 per 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 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 Kids & Aquatics programming.
• Maintains the Kids Academy and other program areas by following the cleaning checklist and performing assigned tasks. Restocks supplies after each class.
• Handles incidents and emergencies in a calm and professional manner.

• 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.

• 6+ months of teaching children ages 3‑11 in similar programs or activities.
• Ability to engage a group of children in an activity.
• Customer service and strong communication skills.

Hourly position with wages starting at $16.50 and up to $19.50, based on experience and qualifications.

• 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 5-20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave; and a deferred compensation plan if the team member meets the required income threshold.

All Life Time hires are equal‑opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace.