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THE STUDIO - PARAKEET PILATES
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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!
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RESPONSIBILITIES INLCUDE
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Maintaining a supportive, friendly, and outgoing presence at the studio
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Ability to communicate effectively with clients and coworkers
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Ability to work with clients of different ages and abilities
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Pre-programming Pilates classes and private sessions to meet the unique needs of each client • Identifying contraindicated exercises for injuries and special populations
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The ability to modify exercises as needed for varying fitness levels, injuries, or special populations
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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
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Maintaining a clean and orderly studio area
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Regular equipment safety checks and immediate reporting to management when repairs are needed
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Teaching classes as scheduled and notifying management in advance when conflicts arise for scheduled classes
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Some knowledge of Momence scheduling software for client check-in, retail purchases, and managing instructor availability (Parakeet will provide training)
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Ability to innovate, collaborate, and explore creative fitness ideas to foster engaging client experiences
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Teaching within the Scope of Practice.
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POSITION REQUIREMENTS
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High School Diploma or GED • Nationally recognized certification in both or either
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Pilates Mat and/or Apparatus (for teaching Pilates classes)
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Group Fitness or Personal Training (for non-Pilates classes)
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Maintains industry certification in good standing and meets continuing education requirements
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Strong customer service and communication skills
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Experience with managing online scheduling and retail software, or willingness to learn
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Ability to open and close the studio with confidence
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Minimum 1-year studio teaching experience preferred
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CPR/AED/First Aid Certification (Parakeet will provide)
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OTHER DETAILS
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Compensation: Negotiable Upon Inquiry
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Pay Type: Independent Contractor
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Schedule: Flexible - WEEKDAY/WEEKEND MORNING AND EVENING CLASS BLOCKS AVAILABLE AS WELL AS PRIVATE AND DUET sessions per your availability
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Start Date: Open
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To apply, contact Amanda here > or by cell (702.400.0762) - Thank you!