Oregon State University is hiring: Faculty/Staff Fitness Instructor Pool - 2025/

Faculty/Staff Fitness Instructor Pool - 2025/2026: Strength Training and/or Rhythmic Formats

Job Summary: The Faculty and Staff Fitness (FSF) program at Oregon State University invites applications for one or more Strength Training and/or Rhythmic Formats Fitness Instructor positions to teach FSF courses during the 2025-2026 academic year. These are professional faculty positions.

The FSF program is designed to enhance the individual health, fitness, and well-being of OSU employees. Core activities include courses in aerobics, aqua fitness, conditioning, mind/body, and weight training. This is a hourly position, with classes offered 2 to 3 days a week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach Strength Training and/or Rhythmic Formats courses in the OSU Faculty Staff Fitness program.
• Design, deliver, and assess individual participants’ ability to perform movement correctly.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree and one of the following: One (1) year of teaching experience in strength training and/or rhythmic formats; OR Nationally recognized professional certification in strength training and/or rhythmic formats and 6 months of teaching experience; OR Associate’s degree in Exercise Sports Science or relevant field and three (3) years teaching experience; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and five (5) years teaching experience AND Certification in field of strength training, group fitness and/or rhythmic formats.
• CPR / AED and First Aid certifications by the start of classes.
• Demonstrated ability to design, teach and assess courses that support inclusive learning principles and promote equitable teaching practices.

What We Would Like You to Have:

• Master’s in Kinesiology or relevant discipline.
• NCCA certification in field of group exercise, strength training, personal training, or rhythmic formats.
• Enrolled in/completed Kinesiology/Public Health program and completed a practicum/internship within the Faculty Staff Fitness organization in field applicable to position.
• 5+ years teaching experience.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule: This position is hourly and requires the ability to demonstrate physical fitness activities to participants for the duration of the class. Classes are offered in short blocks of time throughout the day and week, including early mornings, lunch times, and evenings.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.