Recsports Student Assistant - Group Fitness Instructor

STU-AST-NON-CLERICAL & ADMIN

Recreational Sports is in search of student Group Fitness Instructors.

RecSports Team Members Responsibilities:

• Develop professional relationships with co-workers, participants, and guests
• Uphold and exceed the expectations of the Cornerstones of RecSports Service: accountability, anticipating needs, attitude, and atmosphere
• Demonstrate a desire to learn and apply knowledge as a RecSports ambassador
• Take ownership of RecSports facilities and programs by exhibiting a responsible work ethic
• Promote and maintain cleanliness and appearance within and surrounding RecSports facilities
• Enforce RecSports policies and procedures to promote participant safety and satisfaction
• Respond to all emergency situations and adhere to established protocol including pre- and post- incident procedures
• All RecSports employees are expected to abide by the RecSports Student Staff Code of Conduct that clarifies shared expectations and standards in effort to best serve our patrons, develop each team member, and prepare student employees for future career endeavors

RecSports Fall Kick-Off 2026: Tuesday, August 18

Unit Specific Job Responsibilities:

• Keep current in all certifications required
• Arrive to work 15 minutes prior to your class prepared and ready to teach
• Stay 15 minutes after class ends to answer any questions participants may have and to ensure that all equipment is placed in its respective area
• Ensure that your classes are safe and effective for all fitness levels
• Know your scope of practice and act accordingly
• Keep class rosters private
• Track registered and standby participant counts
• Be courteous and helpful to all individuals you assist. Please refer participants to either the Program Assistants if you are unsure of related questions or concerns
• Know and enforce all Recreational Sports policies and procedures
• Attend all mandatory monthly meetings and continuing education sessions
• Act and dress professional and responsibly
• Complete peer evaluations each semester
• First responder in emergency situations
• Communicate any problems and/or concerns to your supervisor as soon as possible

Entry-Level: $16.75 per hour | Experienced: $19 per hour

This position is open to all students who are eligible to work on campus and will be employed through student Other Personnel Services (OPS) and must maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average. Registered students are employed on a part-time basis, up to 20 hours per week.

• Certification obtained from a nationally accredited agency, such as ACE or NASM, Yoga 200hr
• First Aid, CPR, AED certification or ability to attain it within first week of employment
• A fitness-based resume and two references must be attached with application
• Upon review of materials the applicant may be invited for an audition and interview which will determine hiring
• Good standing within the University of Florida and the Department of Recreational Sports. Please note, each candidate’s status within the accountability process will be considered when reviewing applications
• Complete and maintain UF online certifications in GET803, OOC101, PRV802, ITT102, GET811

• Applications for Group Fitness Instructors should include a copy of certification

Upon review of materials the applicant may be invited for an audition and interview which will determine hiring.

Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. of the posting end date.