RecSports Student Assistant - Group Fitness Instructor

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL • 2w ago

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Work @type: Student Ast

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Recreation/Event Services, Student Services

Department: 04020100 - SL-RECSPTS ADMIN

Classification Title:

STU-AST-NON-CLERICAL & ADMIN

Job Description:

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

Fall Kick-Off is our all-staff event to discuss department-wide updates, facilitate unit training sessions, as well as cultivate community and positive energy within our RecSports team. All RecSports Student Staff are expected to attend and will be paid for their training time.

Fall Kick-Off is scheduled for August 18, 2026. Please mark your calendars as this is mandatory for all-staff! In addition, please hold your calendars for August 12-18, 2026 for mandatory unit-specific trainings

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

Advertised Salary:

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

Minimum Requirements:

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

Preferred Qualifications:None

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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.

Health Assessment Required:No

Advertised: 12 Oct 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 02 Nov 2025 Eastern Standard Time

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