Student Group Fitness, F45, or Yoga Instructor (Spring)

Fitness and Recreation strives to help all student employees develop their career readiness upon graduation. Student Employees are applying academic learning by developing workforce competencies, per The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) guidelines which are:

• Critical Thinking/Problem Solving
• Oral/Written Communications
• Teamwork/Collaboration 
• Digital Technology
• Leadership
• Professionalism/Work Ethic
• Career Management
• Global/Intercultural Fluency

This position is for employment over Spring 2024 semester. Training will begin immediately upon hire and could begin as early as January 2024.

Student Employee - Group Fitness, F45, or Yoga Instructor:

Using a variety of teaching and motivational techniques, this position will create a positive exercise experience. This position is a professional who teaches, leads, and motivates groups through intentionally-designed exercise classes. They plan effective, exercise science-based group sessions for different fitness levels. They also possess a wealth of motivational and leadership techniques that help their classes achieve fitness goals. Instructors know the human body, the science of exercise, and how to inspire, challenge and motivate change in the lives of the people they lead.

Required Attachments:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Class schedule
• *If certification has been obtained, please attach to application

Required Education: Must be currently enrolled in the Spring Term as a student at the University of Oklahoma. Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.

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  Must attach Spring 2024 ONE class schedule.
  

Skills:

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  Must be able to train all ages and special populations
  
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  If applying for Yoga, must have the ability to obtain certification or completion of 200 hour yoga training through a Yoga Alliance RYS200 school within 6 months.
  
• If applying for Group Fitness Instructor, must have the ability to obtain a certification accredited through the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) within 6 months.

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Regular exposure to disagreeable conditions, extreme temperature changes, odors, and hazardous chemicals.
• Lifting and carrying loads up to 50 pounds.
• Excessive use of arms in a back and forth motion, stooping and bending.
• Prolonged standing and walking.
• May have constant exposure to loud noises.

• Group Fitness Instructors currently certified through a NCCA accredited organization such as such as NETA, ACE, AFFA, ACSM, or NSCA. 
• Yoga instructors currently certified through a Yoga Alliance RYS200 school.

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy.  To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.