Fitness Instructor positions focus on delivering results in their domain. This page aggregates open Fitness Instructor roles and what employers typically expect.
**Please refer to the [How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates)](https://www.mcgill.ca/hr/files/hr/apply_at_mcgill_university_-_guide_for_external_candidates_en.pdf) job aid for instructions on how to apply.** **If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).** **Hiring Unit:** Athletics and Recreation **Position Summary:** Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, the Fitness Instructor is fluent in multiple disciplines and is responsible for leading safe and engaging classes. The fitness instructor is responsible for, but not limited to the listed responsibilities below. **\*\*MUST BE PROFICIENT IN TEACHING ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING DICIPLINES:** - Bootcamp / HIIT - Mat Pilates / Barre fitness - Yoga (Hatha / Vinyasa / Power) - Spin **Primary Responsibilities:** - Lead and coordinate a Group Fitness class. - Adapt classes to the specific groups - ranging from beginners to advanced. - As required, modify moves, techniques for participants who may have limitations. - Address any emergency issues requiring attention to supervisor or security. **Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities** - First Aid and CPR C Certification. - Required certification to deliver and coordinate the activity (e.g., Personal training certification, specific instructor certification for group fitness classes). ***Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.*** ***Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 4 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.*** ***For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click [here](https://www.mcgill.ca/hr/careers/language-proficiency-levels).*** **Minimum Education and Experience:**High School Diploma 3 Years Related Experience **Hourly Salary:**(AMUSE D) $40.00 **Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week:**40 (Part time) **Position Start Date:**2026-08-25 **Position End Date:**2026-12-31 **Deadline to Apply:**2026-07-23 **This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.** ***McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.***
Salary estimate
$40 – $40/yr
Provided by the employer.
Skills for this role
CommunicationSecurity
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Interview preparation
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