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Group Exercise Instructor
Req#: 315631
Location:
Facilities: Green Health and Wellness
Professional Area: Allied Health
Department: 9540 Lifestyles-Cleveland Clinic Akron General
Job Code: I99976
Schedule: PRN
Shift: Variable
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Cleveland Clinic Green Health and Wellness Center is a patient-friendly facility offering numerous medical and wellness services, including Primary Care, Emergency, Cardiology and Nutrition Departments. Backed by the full resources of Cleveland Clinic Akron General, our experienced teams provide the surrounding community with advanced, quality healthcare. Come be part of an organization transforming the caring field every day, here at Cleveland Clinic.
Under the supervision of the Group Exercise Manager, the Group Exercise Instructor will oversee and support all assigned classes. In this role, you will collaborate with leadership and Exercise Physiologists to help clients achieve goals and improve their overall quality of life. Your ability to meet medical needs, problem-solve and identify avenues for improvement can make a difference in the lives of patients every day.
A caregiver in this position works varying shifts between 5:00AM – 10:30PM.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
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Greet members and guests with a smile and deliver world-class service at all times.
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Arrive ten minutes ahead of time to prepare classroom and music.
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Screen class for new members and instruct newcomers on class content.
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Refer members with possible limitations (including injuries and/or medication being taken) to a fitness staff member, manager or physical therapist for further direction.
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Follow scheduled class format according to LifeStyles class descriptions within the designated class time.
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Provide class with professional presentation and instruction.
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Receive approval from Group Exercise Manager for choreography, music selection, movement and breathing techniques and utilization of equipment.
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Refer members with questions regarding exercise to the professional fitness staff.
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Operate A/V equipment and music with care.
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Complete accident/injury report when appropriate and submit to the LifeStyles Director, Group Exercise Manager and Manager on duty.
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Return all exercise equipment to proper storage and make sure all exercise equipment and studio floor/pool deck is clean for the next class.
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Attend scheduled staff meetings and bi-annual LifeStyles meetings.
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Complete mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements.
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Maintain applicable certification/licensure.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
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High School graduate or the equivalent
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One Group Exercise certification from an organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) including but not limited to: American Council on Exercise (ACE), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), National Exercise Trainers Association (NETA) or National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
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For Specialty formats, appropriate certification/license as dictated by format
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Current CPR certification
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Work experience with Zumba, Tabata Bootcamp, Pilates (e.g., Stott, Balanced Body, NETA), Aqua (e.g., Aquatics Exercise Association (AEA) and Arthritis Foundation), Group Cycling (e.g., Keiser, NETA, Spinning) or Martial Arts-based class (e.g., Turbo Kick, AFAA, NETA)
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
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First aid certification
Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/
Physical Requirements:
Personal Protective Equipment:
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Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required
Pay Range
Minimum hourly: $25.00
Maximum hourly: $25.00
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).
Join a Remarkable Team of Exceptional Caregivers
As a member of our allied health team, you will join other highly-skilled clinicians, each bringing their specialized expertise to the delivery of outstanding patient care and positive patient experiences. We have more than 100 roles in allied health, including:
- Behavioral Health Therapist
- Certified Athletic Trainer
- Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
- EMS/Paramedic
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Ophthalmic Assistant
- Phlebotomy Technician
- Physical Therapy Assistant
- Polysomnographic Technologist
- Radiologic Technologist
- Registered Dietitian
- Rehab & Sports Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech Therapy
- Athletic Trainers
- Respiratory Therapist
- Social Worker
- Ultrasound Technologist

Nursing Support Career Paths
Working for Cleveland Clinic is more than just a job – it can be a launching point for an exceptional career. Nursing Support plays a critical role in ensuring excellent care and positive patient experiences. There is a wide range of roles to contribute to this vital team. We are committed to providing you with the resources and support you need to define and follow your own unique career path, whether in Nursing Support or other areas of our organization. Nursing Support opportunities include:
Benefits Offerings
Our caregivers deliver the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. We are committed to providing them with the kind of exceptional care they bring to our patients. Caregivers like you come to work each day with a passion for what you do. So, we are always focused on fueling that passion, empowering you to be your best both inside our hospitals and in your life. Our outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future. Explore the following benefits and get a closer look at how we’re focused on what matters most to you.

We offer the following choices to cover your health, dental and vision care as well as life insurance.
- Health Plan Options – You have the choice between two comprehensive Cleveland Clinic Employee Health Plan options: EHP and EHP Plus. Both plans are administered by Aetna and feature minimal copays for in-network care. Although the benefit designs of EHP and EHP Plus are identical, they differ in their provider network size, with EHP offering a narrow network and EHP Plus providing access to the wide Aetna Open Access Select network. Both plans include access to Cleveland Clinic providers. The health plan also offers Healthy Choice, a voluntary program where participants earn premium discounts for achieving wellness goals.
- Dental Care – Four plan options administered by Cigna are available.
- Vision Care – Two plan options administered by EyeMed are available.
- Flexible Spending Accounts – Healthcare and Dependent Care FSAs are available to help you pay for eligible expenses with pre-tax dollars.
- Life Insurance – Employer-paid life insurance equals 1x your annual salary with an option to purchase supplemental life insurance up to 10x your salary. You may also purchase dependent life insurance for a spouse and dependent children
- Short- and Long-term Disability Coverage – Short-term disability is available after one continuous year of regular full-time service; long-term disability begins after 90 days.

Because financial security is essential to a secure retirement, we sponsor a comprehensive retirement program to help you build for your financial future:
- Cleveland Clinic Investment Pension Plan offers eligible employees an excellent opportunity to build a retirement account for the future. It is fully funded by Cleveland Clinic and equal to 2.5% of your salary (increasing with more years of service).
- The 401(k) / 403(b) Plan also provides an important source of retirement savings. It allows participants to take responsibility for their financial future by making retirement savings a part of their normal routine while working. In addition to your contributions to the plan, Cleveland Clinic matches a portion of your contributions (50% on up to your first 6% in contributions).

- Paid Time Off (PTO) – Eligible caregivers receive Paid Time Off (PTO) that can be allotted toward vacation, holidays, sick time, etc.
- Caregiver discounts – We offer discounted rates for auto, home and pet insurance, identify theft protection and more.
- Adoption assistance – We provide financial assistance of up to $5,000/per child ($10,000 maximum lifetime benefit) for caregivers who choose to legally adopt a child.
- Employee Assistance Program – The Program provides free, confidential short-term counseling for caregivers and their families, whether for relationships or legal challenges.
- Employee Hardship Fund – This fund provides aid for caregivers experiencing unexpected financial difficulties.
- Paid maternity and parental leave – You will enjoy up to eight consecutive weeks for maternal care after the birth of your child to bond with your baby and up to four weeks for parental care.


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