The Student Assistant will support the Campus Recreation and Intramurals as a Group Fitness Instructor on the Armstrong Campus beginning Spring 2026.

Student employees cannot work more than 1300 hours in a 12-consecutive month period. This position is a part of CRI's Fall Job Fair, October 3 - 31, 2025.

Responsibilities

Ensures the safety of all participants in group fitness classes Programs effective workouts for various fitness levels and special populations Sustains a fitness level conducive to teaching hour-long classes Enforces all CRI and Group Fitness policies and procedures Maintains the cleanliness and order of group fitness studios Attends all monthly meetings, trainings, and special events Instructors must complete an audition in the interview process Requires instructors to obtain certification for the specific fitness format they intend to teach, and will then be eligible for a pay increase Successfully complete a group fitness training program after hiring Shift Specifics Up to 10 hours per week Flexible with schedule of availability

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education Nationally recognized group fitness, personal training, or specialized fitness certification Preferred Experience Intermediate or advanced exercise experience in instructing groups of 20 to 70 people

Proposed Salary

$10.00 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

Resume Schedule of Availability

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by the University Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position KNOWLEDGE Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success SKILLS Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

October 31, 2025

Application review may begin as early as October 8, 2025.