Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Part-Time Pilates Instructor
REPORTS TO: Dance and Fitness Manager
DATE: March 2025
DEPARTMENT: Dance and Fitness
STATUS: Part-time, Non-exempt
RATE: Starts at $40/hour
POSITION SUMMARY
Pilates instructors are responsible for leading a well rounded Pilates session to clients in a safe and effective manner. They should have extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and body mechanics as well as experience working with clients of various fitness levels, ages, abilities and needs, including professional dancers / athletes. Pilates instructors must have a comprehensive certification that covers all pieces of apparatuses in a traditional Pilates studio and instructor insurance. A classical certification is preferred but instructors certified in a contemporary practice are welcome to apply.
Key internal relationships: Dance and Fitness employees, artistic team, professional ballet artists
Key external relationships: Dance and Fitness clients
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Teaching a well rounded Pilates class (either mat or reformer/ equipment) to a wide variety of levels with class sizes ranging from private lessons to 25 people.
- Communicating with the Dance and Fitness Manager in regards to scheduling needs like class coverage, needs of the studio and needs or questions of clients.
- Creating quality, personalized sessions that address individual client needs and goals
- Instructing clients on proper form, breathing techniques, and body alignment
- Providing exemplary client service in line with Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre practices and reputation, with a focus on client retention
- Maintaining all Pilates certifications and continuing education credits
- Maintaining the Pilates studio and equipment with a focus toward cleanliness and safety.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, and OTHER INFORMATION
Qualifications, Professional Skills, and other Requirements
- Comprehensive Certification in Pilates Instruction from a reputable certifying organization.
- Minimum 3 years of teaching experience
- Experience working with professional dancers or athletes is preferred
- Extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and body mechanics
- Ability to work with clients of various needs and fitness levels
- Ability to maintain a safe, pleasant, and motivating fitness environment
- Ability to provide individualized instruction with attention to detail
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Work Schedule:
Work schedule is determined by individual availability and client needs. Weekends are preferred.
Special Physical Needs:
Must be able to teach Pilates, stand for periods of time, assist clients getting on of off of the equipment, move heavy equipment, provide appropriate physical manipulations and corrections with consent from client.
As the region's premier ballet company, ballet training school and Dance & Fitness studio, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre has something for everyone. We are dedicated to quality at all levels of the organization. Dance & Fitness programs are geared toward individuals of all levels ages 14+.
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