Job Description

The Studio - Parakeet Pilates

Parakeet Pilates is a privately owned, creative fitness boutique in Historic Downtown Long Grove, IL. We are seeking Certified Pilates and/or Group Fitness Instructors to join our small, collaborative team. We offer private Pilates training, specialized equipment classes for 1-4 people, Pilates Mat, and non-Pilates group fitness classes (strength training, dance, etc) for groups of 6. We're hoping to round out our class schedule with some fun and non-traditional group fitness opportunities, so if you have a methodology you love to teach, let us know! Jump in from the get-go and bring your unique talents to Downtown Long Grove!

Responsibilities Include

• Maintaining a supportive, friendly, and outgoing presence at the studio
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and co-workers
• Ability to work with clients of different ages and abilities
• Pre-programming Pilates classes and private sessions to meet the unique needs of each client
• Identifying contraindicated exercises for injuries and special populations
• The ability to modify exercises as needed for varying fitness levels, injuries, or special populations
• Ensuring arrival time allows for proper class setup, beginning class on time, ending on time, and resetting the studio to its original state after class has ended
• Maintaining a clean and orderly studio area
• Regular equipment safety checks and immediate reporting to management when repairs are needed
• Teaching classes as scheduled and notifying management in advance when conflicts arise for scheduled classes
• Some knowledge of Momence scheduling software for client check-in, retail purchases, and managing instructor availability (Parakeet will provide training)
• Ability to innovate, collaborate, and explore creative fitness ideas to foster engaging client experiences
• Teaching within the Scope of Practice

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Nationally recognized certification in both or either
  • Pilates Mat and/or Apparatus (for teaching Pilates classes)
  • Group Fitness or Personal Training (for non-Pilates classes)
• Maintains industry certification in good standing and meets continuing education requirements
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Experience with managing online scheduling and retail software, or willingness to learn
• Ability to open and close the studio with confidence
• Minimum 1-year studio teaching experience preferred
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification (Parakeet will provide)

Other Details

• Compensation: $45-$65
• Pay Type: Independent Contractor
• Schedule: Flexible
• Start Date: Open
• To apply, contact Amanda via email (amanda@parakeetpilates.com) or cell (702.400.0762) - Thank you!

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