Student Worker Certified Personal Trainer (SUMMER 2026) BC

Job Title: Student Worker - Certified Personal Trainer - (SUMMER 2026) - BC

Job Classification:Health and Recreation Services Student

Department: Campus Recreation

Hiring Manager: Jared Gould

Contact:

Work Schedule: Minimum 8hrs per week Flexible Sunday-Saturday

Desired Length of Employment: SUMMER 2026

Pay Rate: $15/hr

Job Description:

Certified Personal Trainers are responsible for providing safe positive and effective workouts to a diverse population. This includes designing exercise programs for clients of all levels and abilities providing appropriate modifications when necessary and providing education related to the safe use of exercise equipment and facilities. Individuals holding this position must be able to develop document and implement one-on-one partner and/or group workout programs that safely & effectively meet clients needs and goals. Clients may include Baylor University students faculty staff and spouses/dependents.

Responsibilities Include:
- Provide excellent customer service to all clients
- Conduct new client intake processes with appropriate fitness assessments in the initial session
- Create and develop exercise programs appropriate to fitness level and aligned with client goals
- Plan prepare and conduct safe and effective training sessions
- Regularly communicate with clients regarding training schedules for all sessions
- Update all client-related documents assessments programs and sessions weekly
- Maintain appropriate confidentiality due to the sensitive nature of client training information
- Maintain a high level of professionalism with proper attire punctuality and presence
- Assist with special events hosted by the department including Late Night & Free Week
- Attend all mandatory staff meetings (three per semester) and training (annually)
- Be knowledgeable of all emergency procedures and emergency response protocols
- Communicate with supervisors regarding any schedule meeting or program conflicts
- Report any equipment/facility issues immediately to the Fitness Center staff & supervisor
- Adhere to all Fitness Center Fitwell Program and Department of Campus Recreation policies

General Qualifications:
- A nationally recognized Personal Training Certification (ACE NASM NSCA ACSM ISSA etc.) and
CPR/AED certification is required for this position. (Questions please email )
-Must have a strong knowledge of exercise programming/design as well as injury prevention
-Must know proper use of all fitness equipment machines and training facility
-Must know proper spotting techniques and related safety protocols
-Must have excellent interpersonal communication skills and professionalism
-Must be able to positively motivate and support clients
-Must complete all required Youth Protection Training & pass a background check

Encourage the Baylor Community to live active and healthy lives
Assist in the assigned area of responsibility
Provide excellent customer service to clients and visitors
Participate in various activities and tasks related to health and recreation
Adhere to and ensure safety procedures and precautions are followed
Ability to comply with University policies
Maintain regular and punctual attendance

Employer: Baylor University

Work Location: McLane Student Life Center

Work Address: 209 Speight Avenue Waco TX 76706 US