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NEOGOV · 2 months ago

Class Instructor (Part-Time) Older Adults Fitness - Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood Services

San Jose

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$20.32/hr - $40.23/hr

0+ years exp

NEOGOV is part of the City of San José, which is committed to building a vibrant community. The Class Instructor for Older Adults Fitness will provide engaging fitness and art classes tailored to the needs of older adults, focusing on promoting health, wellness, and creativity.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Understanding of age-related physical changes, chronic conditions (e.g., arthritis, osteoporosis, cardiovascular issues), and fall prevention strategies

Familiarity with evidence-based exercise programming for older adults, including balance, mobility, strength, and flexibility training

Awareness of mental health considerations and the role of physical activity in cognitive wellness and emotional resilience

Capacity to modify exercises for varying ability levels, including seated or low-impact options

Proficiency in demonstrating movements safely and effectively, with verbal cues and visual aids

Ability to monitor participants and adjust pacing or intensity based on real-time feedback

Enthusiasm for promoting lifelong health and wellness in older adults

Design and deliver engaging art lessons tailored to the age, skill level, and interests of participants

Introduce and demonstrate techniques in drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and other visual arts

Encourage creative exploration while providing constructive feedback and individualized support

Maintain a safe, inclusive, and inspiring studio environment

Organize and display student artwork for exhibitions, showcases, or community events

Qualification

Older Adult Fitness InstructionArt Instruction TechniquesFirst AidCPR CertificationExercise Programming for Older AdultsCustomer ServiceCommunication SkillsTeamworkProblem SolvingInitiative

Required

Graduation from high school or equivalent

Three (3) months experience in a specific subject matter

Possession of a Red Cross First Aid and CPR certificate may be required

Must be at least eighteen (18) years old

Special Certificates/Licenses for specialized subject or skills may be required

Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations

Familiarity with a variety of recreation and leisure activities

Knowledge of basic professional and office functions

Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse participant population

Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally, and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts

Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor

Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance

Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problems; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome

Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills

Benefits

Part-time positions(less than 40 hours per week) are required to participate in the City’s PTC 457 Deferred Compensation Plan per Federal regulations. Employees are required to contribute 3.75% of gross earning and the City contributes a matching amount of 3.75%. The funds contributed by the City are 100% vested upon initial deferral and will be held in in a stability of principal investment. This plan is in lieu of social security and does not include any healthcare benefits or contributions.

Part-time employees may elect to contribute additional retirement savings through the City’s Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.