Job Description:

Job Title: Part-Time Trainer, Fitness
Location: LSC-Tomball
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 41073
Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC


• Student Focused


• Own It


• Foster Belonging


• Cultivate Community


• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-Tomball

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.


LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Founded in 1988, Lone Star College-Tomball is the third oldest college in the LSC system. LSC-Tomball offers a wide range of academic and workforce programs and is a leading college in the health sciences. LSC-Tomball is the founding college of the lifePATH® program, a four-year degree for adults with cognitive disabilities. LSC-Tomball enjoys a joint library partnership with Harris County Public Library, and we offer an early college high school with the Tomball Independent School District.

Location address is 30555 Tomball Parkway, Tomball, TX 77375.Job Description POSITION SUMMARY:Under direct supervision of the Wellness Coordinator, the PT Trainer, Fitness provides group fitness instruction, monitors and educates patrons on fitness and safety, and maintains a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for class participants. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:1.Teaches scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time; provides adequate warm-up, exercises, stretching, and cool down2.Instructs Wellness Center patrons on effective workout methods; explains proper techniques, demonstrates exercises; and teaches appropriate methods to strengthen specific muscles3.Prepares appropriate equipment, music, and handouts for each class4.Assists patrons, answers questions, and maintains a positive exercise experience for members and class participants5.Keeps management informed of customer and facility needs6.Ensures that safety standards are met, and the department and facility policies are adhered to7.Provides CPR and first aid in emergency situations8.Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Demonstrated working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology and training principlesDemonstrated knowledge of group fitness teaching strategiesDemonstrated ability to incorporate music, tempo, cueing and rhythm as it applies to choreographed class formatsDemonstrated ability to be professional and motivate class participantsDemonstrated ability to cooperate and work well with other staff membersPhysical capability to perform frequent standing, sitting, kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, twisting, walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, overhead reaching, lifting and carryingPhysically capable of performing heavy lifting (50 pounds) PHYSICAL ABILITIES:The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work. WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, phone and other assorted fitness equipmentInterface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the positionWork is performed in a climate-controlled space with minimal exposure to safety hazards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED


• Must be at least 18 years of age


• Must possess current CPR, AED, first aid certification


• Must possess a current Certified Group Fitness Instructor national certification (ACE, ACSM, AFAA) or equivalent

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate is $25.32

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax deferred retirement plan and more.

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ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

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