Springfield Jewish Community Center
1160 Dickinson St, Springfield, MA 01108

Program Dates: October 20 – November 10, 2025
Day/Time: Mondays

• 4:00 – 4:30 PM (Pre-K – 2nd Grade)

• 4:30 – 5:30 PM (3rd – 5th Grade)

Position Overview

The Springfield Jewish Community Center is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Fun Fitness Instructor to lead age-appropriate fitness classes for children in grades Pre-K through 5th. This program is designed to introduce youth to the importance of physical activity in a safe, fun, and engaging environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead structured fitness and movement-based activities for children, tailored to age groups (Pre-K–2nd and 3rd–5th).

• Incorporate games, exercises, and team activities that promote coordination, strength, balance, and overall fitness.

• Foster a positive, encouraging atmosphere where all children feel included and motivated.

• Ensure participant safety by supervising activities and maintaining awareness of children’s abilities and needs.

• Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and JCC staff as needed.

• Set up and clean up activity space before and after each class session.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a fitness, recreation, or educational setting.

• Background in physical education, youth sports, dance, recreation, or related field preferred.

• Ability to create fun, engaging, and safe fitness activities for different age groups.

• Strong communication, patience, and leadership skills.