About Our Job
With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive, and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.
Application Deadline
Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.
What We Offer
This is an on-call position, which means it is a part-time, hourly role. This position will work no more than 39 hours per week. The pay rate for this position is $22.34/hour and is eligible to enroll in the City and County of Denver’s 457b retirement plan. This position is not eligible for other additional benefits. On‐call positions may have routine or variable work schedules.
Location
In this position you can expect to work on-site at one or multiple recreation centers throughout the city of Denver.
What You’ll Do
The City and County of Denver’s Department of Parks and Recreation's Active Older Adults (AOA) program engages adults ages 50+ in wellness, exercise, and leisure activities that support healthy aging. AOA programming includes aquatics, fitness, outdoor day trips, lunch trips, drop-in activities, clubs, arts & crafts, dance lessons and more!
Certified Fitness Instructors provide instruction in group fitness classes aimed at active older adults in the Denver community, demonstrating proper techniques and methods for participants and ensuring a safe, fun, and enriching fitness environment. This position provides the opportunity to obtain part-time work making a positive impact on the lives of Denver's active older adults, while staying fit and taking part in the fun!
We are specifically looking for Tai Chi Instructors who are interested in instructing classes throughout Denver. These classes primarily take place in the morning; however, other shifts are available based on recreation center need and instructor availability.
Specifically, as a Tai Chi Instructor you will:
Provide one-on-one personal training (certified) and instruction (certified) in group fitness classes such as Tai Chi, fall prevention classes, meditation, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and more
Demonstrate proper techniques and methods for participants. Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures
Instruct a variety of fitness classes in formats such as: Tai Chi, fall prevention classes, meditation, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and more
Create enthusiastic and energetic class environments while providing specific emphasis on safety and proper execution of movements
Keep current on all certifications and industry practices
Maintain attendance records for classes; distribute and collect class evaluations as requested
Answer participant questions and resolve issues, problems, and conflicts
Maintain a clean and safe orderly work area
May complete lesson plans, incident report forms, time sheets, registration cards, and collect fees, where applicable
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested
What You’ll Bring
We are looking for knowledgeable and enthusiastic fitness instructors who can provide engaging programming, with an eye for safety and fun! Our ideal candidate will possess:
Certification as an instructor and/or trainer in Tai-Chi, Qi Gong, Fall Prevention, Meditation, Mindfulness or other health and wellness related program by a nationally recognized organization (such as ATCQA, MBSR, etc.)
Current CPR/First Aid Certification
Experience instructing health, wellness and/or fitness classes
We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.
Required Minimum Qualifications
Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
Experience Requirement: None
Education/Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for the minimum education requirement.
Licensure /Certifications: Certification as an instructor and/or trainer in yoga, step aerobics, kick boxing, boot camp, hip-hop, interval training, sports performance, strength training, Pilates, Zumba, indoor cycling, core conditioning or any fitness area by a nationally recognized organization. Requires certification in CPR/First Aid at the time of application or within six months hire date. Licensure and certification must be kept current as a condition of employment.
About Everything Else
Job Profile
RG2111 Fitness Instructor Certified
To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.
Position Type
Oncall
Position Salary Range
$22.08 - $30.25
Target Pay
$22.34/hour
Agency
Parks and Recreation
Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies
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