Group Exercise Instructor (Level I) - Cowart Family Ashford Dunwoody YMCA Brookhaven, GA/en-US/YMCA-Careers/job/Brookhaven-GA/Group-Exercise-Instructor--Level-I_R0001912/applyThe YMCA of Metro Atlanta serves more than 300,000 individuals with 23 full facilities and ten additional camping and childcare locations. The Y provides financial assistance to support more than 25,000 youth, teens and families. The Y offers programs that serve kids, adults and families at all stages of life. As the largest provider of early learning and after-school programs in Georgia, the Y is closing the achievement gap for Atlanta youth. During the teen years, the Y focuses on leadership development to prepare teens to connect to and serve their communities. A leader in healthy living, the Y offers youth sports and wellness programs designed to help kids and adults live healthier and be more active. A strong community can only be achieved when we invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors. We believe that to bring about meaningful change in individuals and communities, we must be focused and accountable. At the Y, we measure the success of our cause by how well we engage communities in our three areas of focus: * YOUTH DEVELOPMENT - Nurturing the potential of every child and teen. * HEALTHY LIVING - Improving the nation's health and well-being. * SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY - Giving back and providing support to our neighbors. WEL 400 Group Exercise Instructor- Level I; ; Department:;Wellness; Branch:;Cowart Family / Ashford Dunwoody YMCA; Supervisor:;;;Wellness Director; ; Nature and Scope:; ; Under the direct supervision of the Wellness Director or Group Exercise;Coordinator, the Group Exercise Instructor-Level I;shall be part of a staff team;who is;responsible for conducting YMCA fitness classes. The;Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for appropriate music selection, for class set-up and take-down,;and;for;class members;education about THE COACH APPROACH®;and;fitness-related issues.;The;Group Exercise Instructor;must perform program responsibilities in accordance with the policies, organizational competencies, mission, and values established by the YMCA of Metro Atlanta.;The;Group;Exercise;Instructor will have a key leadership role in YMCA of the USA initiatives to;strengthen the foundations of community;through healthy living.; ; The Cowart Family YMCA is situated in a suburban community in the city of Atlanta. The YMCA has been in this community for over 30 years and recently underwent a $5 million dollar renovation which includes a new 7,200;sq;foot Wellness Center.;;This facility has 56,000 square feet with an indoor pool and convenient access to Blackburn Park directly across the road. The Cowart Family Y serves the cities of Brookhaven, Chamblee, Doraville, Dunwoody and Sandy Springs.;; ; Minimum Requirements:; * High school or GED degree required.; * Must be at least 18 years of age or older.; * May have less than one year of experience in teaching group exercise classes or one or more years of group exercise participation.; * Must obtain/maintain;full;access to Y-Exchange (yexchange.org) and to YISE (yisa.ymcaatlanta.org).;;; * YMCA/ACE online certification and supplemental courses required by Y-USA within 30 days of hire date.; * Must maintain certifications by uploading continuing;education credits via;; Y-Exchange (yexchange.org) prior to date of expiration.; * Must possess current CPR/AED certification and renew it biannually prior to date of expiration. Updated licenses shall be uploaded via Y-Exchange (yexchange.org).; * Must obtain and maintain specialty-area certifications (for;example:; group cycling,;Pilates,;yoga,;kickboxing, etc.), sanctioned by Y-USA/ACE or YMCA of Metro Atlanta; these must be obtained by the Group Exercise Instructor prior to teaching the designated format.;; * Must pass group exercise audition based upon the format(s) of group exercise instruction for which the instructor is being hired.; * Must be knowledgeable about fitness-related issues, including, but not limited to, aerobic vs. anaerobic exercise, nutrition, benefits of exercise, injury-prevention, and;THE COACH APPROACH®.;; * Must obtain a Coach Approach Orientation within 30 days of hire date.; * Must possess a high degree of human relations skills, must be able to facilitate class interaction and socialization, and should be considered a team player by members, co-workers, and management staff.; * Exemplify YMCA ideals and leadership qualities.; * Ability to handle multiple tasks, to work independently, and to problem solve. Possess effective time-management skills.; * Strong customer service skills and personal commitment to service and hospitality.; * Pass a criminal background and drug-screening check.; ; Responsibilities:; * Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position's scope and responsibility.; * Stay updated on current issues regarding;group fitness/wellness;programs.; * Promote, monitor,;evaluate, and ensure that;group exercise;classes;run smoothly with a high level of service to participants.; * Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR/AED;and any other required certifications and/or training required by the Metro Atlanta YMCA.; * Maintain;all wellness;certifications by meeting continuing education requirements. YMCA Health amp; Well-Being certifications require 10 CECs every two (2) years from YMCA/ACE continuing education courses or other courses provided by/approved by national organizations, which are recognized by Y of the USA, e.g., ACE, ACSM, AFAA, NASM, NSCA, etc. per yexchange.org.;;; * Attend all required staff meetings and trainings.;;; * Secure;his/her own music;and select;music;that is;suitable for a family setting.;; * Assist as needed in all aspects of the YMCA and its community.; * Participate;in and partner with;wellness;cabinet activities.; * Responsible for maintaining and reporting incident/accident paperwork.; * Perform other duties as assigned.; ; ; EFFECT ON END RESULT:;; This position has a primary impact on the overall effectiveness of the wellness department;and the success of services to the community. The effectiveness of this position is primarily measured by the stated satisfaction of members and;by;ensuring a safe, clean, controlled,;and fun environment in accordance with the Metro Atlanta YMCA Philosophy.; ; ERGONOMICS:; Sitting, bending, stooping, standing, 15% repetitive keyboard work, seeing, verbal communications, lifting;up to 25 pounds, and exposure to noise levels at an average of 90 decibels (music) over an eight-hour day.;; ; Certifications Accepted at YCMA of Metro Atlanta; Yoga Certifications; Preferred: Yoga Certification from Registered Yoga Teacher Training Program that is registered with Yoga Alliance. Those who achieve the level of a 200-hr. RYT and who register as a RYT 200 will satisfy the national certification requirement to become eligible for Level III Group Exercise Instructor with Y-Metro Atlanta (provided that all other requirements are met).; Preferred: Yoga Certification from;Iyengar;Yoga Teacher Training Schools (Those who complete at least 200 hours of;Iyengar;training from a Registered Yoga Teacher Training School and who become a 200-hr. YTT will satisfy the national certification requirement to become eligible for the Level III Group Exercise Instructor with the Y-Metro Atlanta (provided that all other requirements are met).; ACE Mind Body Certification, NESTA, NETA, IFPA, AFAA, Yoga Fit; Pilates Certifications; Y-Metro Atlanta Pilates Training; Certifications from Programs recognized by Pilates Method Alliance (PMA); Yoga Fit-Pilates Fit ACE Mind Body Certification; Former Y-USA Pilates Certification (Active status with current FGE); Group Cycling Certifications; Y-Metro Atlanta Group Cycling Training; Cycling Fusion; Schwinn; NETA; The Cooper Institute; Spinning or Johnny G Indoor Cycling Certification; Former Y-USA Group Cycling Certification (Active status with current FGE); Strength and Conditioning Classes Boot Camp, Circuit,;Tabata, Strength amp; Toning, Y-Fit, Weight Training Classes, Kettlebells, etc.; Y-USA Foundations of Group Exercise (with ACE Components); Y-USA Foundations of Strength and Conditioning (with ACE Components); Y-Metro Atlanta Group Strength Specialty Training (to be released early 2018); Special Populations Senior Fitness/Movement Disorders; Y-Metro Atlanta Active Older Adult Training; ACE Senior Fitness Specialist Certification; Former Y-USA Active Older Adults Certification (Active status with current FGE); Movement Disorders Training (Parkinsons Disease); Kickboxing NASM, NESTA, AFAA,;Turbokick, ACE,;KickFit; Step Certifications; ACE Traditional Aerobics and Step Certification; Former AFAA Step Certification; Barre Certifications; NETA, Barre Above, Barre Intensity; Former Y-USA Cardio/Step Instructor Training (Active status with current FGE); Tai Chi Certifications; Tai Chi Foundations Certification; Dr. Paul Lam Tai Chi for Health Institute; American Tai Chi amp; Qi Gong Association; Other Approved Specialty Area Trainings; Zumba (All Formats must be certified in each individual format current standing),; Pound Fitness, WERQ Fitness, TRX Aqua Barre Club, Vibe Aqua HIIT Training; It's fun to work in an organization where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing! We're committed to bringing passion and people together to champion communities where everyone belongs. Location: Cowart Family Ashford Dunwoody YMCAPosted YesterdayPart timeR0001912 About Us Reflecting its Judeo-Christian heritage, the YMCA of Metro Atlanta is an association of volunteers, members and staff, open to and serving all, with programs and services which build spirit, mind, and body. Financial assistance is available based on need. The YMCA actively seeks to identify and involve those in need. We believe that to bring about meaningful change in individuals and communities, we must be focused and accountable. At the Y, we measure the success of our cause by how well we engage communities in our three areas of focus. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Nurturing the potential of every child and teen. HEALTHY LIVING Improving the nation's health and well-being. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.;