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Student Employment - Group Fitness Instructors/Personal Trainers

East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, United States, 27834

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Advertising Department: CAMPUS RECREATION AND WELLNESS

Academic Term/Year: FALL 2025/SPRING 2026

Position Title: Student Employment - Group Fitness Instructors/Personal Trainers

Posting Number: 07220

Position Number: 07220

Student Job Category: Student - Hourly Job

Number of Vacancies: 50

Job Description:

ECU Department of Campus Recreation and Wellness is currently seeking several Group Fitness Instructors/Personal Trainers. Join our energetic team at Campus Recreation and Wellness (CRW) as a Group Fitness Instructor or Personal Trainer! CRW is dedicated to enhancing the recreation and wellness lifestyles of the ECU community through structured, self-directed, and educationally oriented programs. We aim to foster responsible citizenship, provide leadership experiences, and promote lifelong skills for physical, social, emotional, and mental well-being. Supporting the Division of Student Affairs\' commitment to purposeful well-being.

Group Fitness Instructor Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

Design and lead engaging group fitness classes for a broad range of fitness levels

Provide exercise instruction, ensuring proper form and technique

Create a motivating and welcoming environment for participants

Promote CRW group fitness programs to the campus community

Maintain a clean and safe workout environment

Solicit and incorporate feedback to enhance class experiences

Adapt to various personality styles and fitness levels

Perform other duties as assigned

Personal Trainer Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

Develop individualized fitness plans based on clients\' goals and needs

Conduct fitness assessments and track clients\' progress

Provide one-on-one exercise instruction and guidance

Ensure clients\' safety by monitoring proper form and technique

Promote CRW personal training services to the campus community

Maintain accurate records of clients\' progress and sessions

Apply risk management strategies to ensure clients\' safety

Enhance your skills through professional development and training

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Must be a current ECU student in good academic standing

Valid CPR/AED and First Aid certification and blood-borne pathogens training within 60 days of hire

Demonstrated competency in leading group exercise activities in land-based and aquatic environments

NCCA (National Commission for Certifying Agencies) accredited and/or specialty (Les Mills, Zumba, etc) group fitness certification or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

Special Instructions to Applicant Please upload your resume online and a copy of your class schedule. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. All offers of employment are conditional and subject to verification of background information, with satisfactory results required before the start of the position.

Direct Access Quick Link for Direct Access: https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/87592

Open Dates

Open Date: 07/11/2025

Close Date: 01/16/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Nondiscrimination Statement East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADA A) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

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