Barre Instructor

Inspired by the work we do every day, the JCC is an organization centered by Jewish values and focused on creating meaningful experiences and opportunities to enrich, connect, and positively impact our community.

We pride ourselves on our inclusive and welcoming workplace and celebrate the diversity of our employees. 

We value all members of our team in a supportive environment in which everyone is treated with appreciation and respect and positioned to do their best work every day.

SUMMARY:

Instructors have a variety of job functions including, but not limited to, successfully leading a class through appropriately designed routines, with proper music selection to enhance overall fitness, strength, and endurance, while ensuring the safety of the members. Recording attendance is considered an after-class duty.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Conduct engaging and dynamic Barre classes for participants of all fitness levels.
• Develop and deliver safe and effective Barre routines that focus on strength, balance, and flexibility.
• Provide clear instructions and proper form cues during class.
• Offer modifications and variations to accommodate individual participant needs.
• Create a welcoming and inclusive class environment that encourages client participation and retention.
• Maintain a clean and organized fitness studio space.
• Stay current on industry trends and continuously improve your knowledge of Barre techniques.
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Certified Barre Instructor with a recognized certification (e.g., Barre Above, Barre Intensity, etc.)
• CPR /AED and First Aid certification (Training provided by JCC if needed)
• Previous teaching experience is a plus but not required; we welcome talented new instructors.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Punctual, reliable, and professional demeanor.

PHYSICAL SKILLS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment is often energetic and focused on promoting physical well-being.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Physical fitness to perform and demonstrate exercises effectively.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Salary Range: The minimum salary for a new instructor is $25 per hour. An experienced instructor (5+ years experience) with a national group fitness certification, will start at $30.50 per hour.

Benefit & Perks: When an instructor has at least one weekly, on-going class on schedule, the JCC offers membership to the Jewish Community Center, discounts on programs including preschool and summer camp, and wellbeing programming.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and incumbent will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by supervisor or other management, as required. The JCC reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the needs arise. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In keeping with our Jewish values, we are dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran's status, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit the performance of essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodation) or any other basis protected by federal, or applicable, state or local law. We welcome everyone interested in our mission to join us. If you require accommodation, please contact us and we will make every effort to meet your needs.

The Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore and its Agencies are equal opportunity employers, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran's status, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit the performance of essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodation) or any other basis protected by federal, or applicable, state or local law.