The Activity Instructor will perform a variety of duties to support the Fitness Department of Campus Recreation. Responsibilities include but are not limited to conducting specialized classes in a dynamic, safe, and constructive manner and maintaining a high level of motivation and control in classes, while exhibiting friendly, kind, energetic, outgoing and enthusiastic qualities.

Instructors must perform within certification and/or training standards and/or Code of Ethics and demonstrate a professional appearance and demeanor both on and off campus that favorably represents the University of Arizona and the department of Campus Recreation. Instructors are responsible for coverage of scheduled classes. Canceled classes must be made-up.

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• Attend staff/instructor meetings and trainings.
• Model department values and expectations.
• Design and implement classes for groups of participants based on a specialized discipline in the areas of martial arts, dance, mind/body, sports, musical instruments, or another special discipline as needed. May include family and/or youth activities.
• Demonstrate and teach safe activities within a safe environment including safe interaction between participants.
• Be prepared for every class with appropriate format lesson plans and arrive at least 10 minutes prior to class.
• Confirm class attendees are registered for class and appear on the roster; inform participants in regards to canceled or make-up classes.
• Special projects as assigned.

• Instructors may be required to audition for the hiring supervisor and/or selected committee; exceptions may apply.
• The successful incumbent is required to have the following certifications and training:
  • Valid CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications from an approved provider are required within 30 days of hire. Employees are required to obtain these certifications at their own expense. Campus Recreation offers a discount on certification classes for eligible employees.
  • All Department of Campus Recreation employees are required to complete blood borne pathogen training within 45 days of hire and renew on an annual basis.
  • Complete Emergency Action Plan, Nondiscrimination and Anti-harassment Policy training, All-Employee Security (Computer) Awareness, and Online Driver Registration & Golf Cart (if authorized).

Bachelor’s degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment AND one year of instructional or subject work experience; OR, five years of progressively responsible instructional or subject work experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education.

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Detail oriented and self-motivated.
• Current fitness certification from a nationally recognized organization such as ACE, AFAA, or any other specialized certifications through appropriate continuing education; prior experience with and knowledge of instructing fitness classes.
• Personal fitness level which enables the employee to perform activity without risk to her/himself or risk to the participant.
• Early morning, evening and weekend availability; flexible scheduling and break availability.

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