Tai Chi Instructor

Department:           Recreation, Parks, Historic and Cultural Affairs 

Pay Range: $22-$32/ Hourly 

Job Status:    Part Time; Day, Evenings and/or weekends

JOB SUMMARY

The Tai Chi Instructor will provide enjoyable group fitness instruction through a variety of low impact exercises through Tai Chi practice that allows for improved balance, coordination, flexibility, breathing, and reduce stress through the slow graceful movements of Tai Chi.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Knowledge and instruction experience with the practice of Tai Chi.
• Develop and instruct a variety of fun, energetic and motivational group fitness classes
• Educate participants on correct form and alternative moves during fitness routines
• Attentively listen to members, and answer questions as needed
• Ensure classes begin and end on schedule
• Ensure only registered participants are attending class
• Display an energetic, enthusiastic and motivational attitude during classes

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or greater preferred. Minimum of 1-2 years of experience leading group fitness classes.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Driver License preferred
• Adult CPR Certification

Special Requirements: 

• None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:   

• Demonstrate leadership capabilities
• Adaptable and dependable with a solid attendance record.
• Working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology and training principles
• Organized and creative

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work involves moderate to vigorous activity which requires the ability to exert moderate physical effort, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of medium weight (10-30 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time on your feet. Tasks also require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals.  Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

The City has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

The City of Roswell, Georgia commits to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees, complying with local, state and federal laws. The City’s policy is to employ qualified persons without discrimination regarding race, creed, color, religion, age, sex, country of national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, political affiliation, ethnicity, or status in any other group protected by federal/state/local law.