Personal Trainer/Group Fitness Instructor

Company: Northeastern University
Location: Oakland
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

About the Opportunity This job is in-person on the Oakland campus only. Under the direction of the Group Fitness Coordinator, the Group Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer is responsible for the following: Responsibilities: Teach group fitness classes – promote and assist with registration, report for scheduled classes on time and ready to teach a goal-specific and thorough class with preparation and professionalism. Conduct Personal Training sessions – promote and assist with registration, report for scheduled sessions on time and prepared to work with clients through a goal-specific and thorough workout with professionalism. Ensure safety throughout the facility and session ; document any injury, illness, or suspected health issue and inform supervisor. Maintain a respectful and safe environment for all participants. Administrative responsibilities – manage class cancellations and communicate with supervisor and participants, communicate with clients regarding scheduling, regularly check email and respond promptly. Attend required trainings and keep certifications up-to-date . Complete surveys and questionnaires as requested . Maintain studio/fitness center space – remove any trash and return and organize any equipment used for sessions. Notify supervisor if any equipment is missing or damaged. Monitor the performance of microphones, sound systems, and other technology and report any problems with equipment or software to supervisor immediately . Qualifications: Obtain and maintain current nationally accredited group fitness and/ or personal trainer certification(s). Current certification in either American Red Cross or American Heart Association First Aid/CPR/AED is prior to teaching. Opportunities for certification will be provided occasionally at no cost; however, if you are not able to attend, you must obtain certification on your own. The expected hiring range for this position is $35 to $55 per hour, based on the position’s scope and responsibilities. Position Type Temporary Additional Information Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Pay Rate: $35.00/hr - 55.00/hr

Keywords: Northeastern University, Sacramento , Personal Trainer/Group Fitness Instructor, Education / Teaching , Oakland, California