Adaptive Fitness Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Shape Bright Futures & Inspire Growth – Join TERI’s Fitness Team!

Are you ready to combine your fitness expertise with a purpose-driven career? The Adaptive Fitness Instructor works under the guidance of the Fit for Life Manager to develop, implement, coordinate, and lead integrated individualized exercise/activity programs to participants at all levels; and, with a broad range of fitness, rehabilitation, and/or other specialized requirements.

This is more than just a job— it’s a chance to be part of a team that truly cares, to support individuals who need it most.

Your Role & Responsibilities –

• Develop and/or complete necessary documentation to include data sheet documentation, semi-annual progress reports and annual goals, incident/injury reports, daily lesson plans, and other forms of documentation as requested by Directors.
• Provide information and support to staff for overall health and wellness.
• Tracking and updating Tanita Scale results for quarterly fitness incentives.
• Providing support on staff fitness challenges.
• Monitor gym, recreation park, central park, fitness court, fitness activities, and gym equipment.
• Plans and implements standard and specialized exercise regimen in response to assessed individual needs and assessed capability.
• Works with Fit for Life Manager to determine format and content of programs based on assessed participant abilities and needs, and on interpretation of physiological assessment and/or referral data.
• Provide training to adults who are mildly to profoundly disabled, and who may engage in aggressive and combative behaviors that require use of approved Behavior Emergency Safety Training (B.E.S.T.)
• Assists in conducting individual and group aerobic, strength, and flexibility exercises.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications –

• One year’s experience of personal training experience
• Must have experience in developing individualized training programs.
• One-year-related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination in in with special needs and experience working with individuals.
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), preferred Associate of Arts.

Pay –

$21.00-$22.00 Hourly

Status –

Full-time (30 hours per week)

The Benefits of Joining TERI –

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Tax-advantaged savings for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Financial Protection Plans – Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – Invest in your future with employer-supported retirement savings.
• Health & Wellness Program – Resources and support to help you thrive, both mentally and physically
• Onsite Fitness Center & Outdoor Fitness Court – Convenient, no-cost access to exercise facilities
• Pet Insurance – Coverage options to keep your furry family members healthy.
• Employee Discounts – Enjoy savings at TERI’s Common Ground Café & Coffee Bar and the Inspired Resale Boutique
• Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays to support work-life balance.
• Positive and Supportive Culture – A mission-driven team environment where your contributions are valued.

Fit for Life –

TERI changes the way the world sees, helps, and empowers individuals touched by special needs. The TERI Campus of Life models a more integrated society where the entire community learns, creates, and lives well side-by-side.

Here at TERI, health and wellness are integral parts of our culture for both staff and clients. “Fit for Life” is a core value, and all staff are expected to actively participate in TERI wellness programs and personally commit to the agency philosophy of being “Fit for Life.” We have an on-site Fitness Center with a full-time Wellness Team who can help you design personal fitness goals and nutrition plans; additionally, there are many opportunities for individual and group exercise classes offered at times that fit your personal schedule. TERI culture ensures the health and wellness of each client is a top priority.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER –

TERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. At TERI, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy and related medical conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. TERI believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, in touching the lives of those we serve and seeking to recruit. We strive to develop and retain the most compassionate and talented people from an extensive and diverse candidate pool.