The Jackson Laboratory is seeking a Group Fitness Instructor for our Farmington, CT location! This is a contract, part-time position for a certified Fitness Instructor to teach fitness classes at our Farmington location. The Group Fitness Instructor is a key role that will work with our dynamic employee teams and works closely with our Wellness Program Manager. This individual will teach fitness class such as strength training, HIIT, Yoga, Pilates, kick boxing, and Zumba. There will be two classes per week, starting at 4:45pm in the afternoon.

Key Responsibilities Include

*Provide instruction for a variety of fitness classes for employees Monday-Friday, of varying fitness levels, on-site and via live zoom stream if required.

*Ensure participant safety by monitoring techniques and equipment usage.

*Foster an inclusive environment for members.

*Provide modifications necessary based on fitness levels, physical limitations and any health concerns

*Keep current with industry trends and make recommendations for program offerings. Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, conferences and workshops.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Include

*Well-versed in body mechanics, basic anatomy, kinesiology, exercise modifications for all populations and ACSM guidelines as well as knowledgeable in fitness equipment and injury prevention

*Ability to demonstrate and teach exercise technique properly in a group setting.
*Practice active listening, adaptability, self-awareness, and effective communication
*Nationally accredited certification from one of the following: NASM, ACSM, ACE, NSCA, ISSA
*Current CPR/AED certification
*Personable; positive attitude; enthusiastic, confident and outgoing personality
*Excellent time management and organizational skills
*Outstanding customer service skills
*Dependable with a strong work ethic

Education Level Required: High School Diploma or GED

Education Level Preferred: Bachelor's Degree

Area of Specialization: Fitness Instruction

Certifications:

* Nationally accredited certification from one of the following: NASM, ACSM, ACE, NSCA, ISSA

* Current CPR/AED certification

Experience Required: 1 year

Experience Preferred: 2 years

About JAX:

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California),Japan andChina. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit.

EEO Statement:

The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.