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Personal Trainer


Job Location:

Glen Ellyn, IL - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 35 - 45
Posted: 7 November 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 4 February 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

PART-TIME JOB OPENING

Personal Trainer

Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center

Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center is a dynamic community-focused facility dedicated to promoting health and wellness. We are seeking enthusiastic knowledgeable and certified Personal Trainers to join our you are motivated by helping others reach their fitness goals and enjoy building strong client relationships we encourage you to apply!


Position Summary

As a Personal Trainer you will create individualized fitness programs deliver one-on-one training sessions provide motivation and accountability and support members throughout their wellness journey. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic professional and committed to delivering exceptional service while inspiring clients to achieve lasting results. This is an at-will position.


Essential Responsibilities

  • Conduct fitness assessments and consultations to evaluate client goals health history and current fitness levels.
  • Design and implement customized workout programs tailored to individual needs and abilities.
  • Lead personal training sessions with hands-on instruction encouragement and accountability.
  • Track client progress and modify training plans as needed to support continued success.
  • Educate clients on exercise techniques nutrition basics and healthy lifestyle habits.
  • Build positive client relationships through excellent customer service and professional communication.
  • Provide fitness floor coverage and assist members with safe and proper equipment use.
  • Assist with cleaning and maintaining fitness equipment locker rooms and workout areas.
  • Stay current on industry trends training methods and continuing education opportunities.


Qualifications

  • Current nationally recognized Personal Training Certification (NASM ACE ACSM ISSA or equivalent).
  • CPR/AED/First Aid certification required or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire (training available through GEPD).
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to motivate and inspire individuals of varying fitness levels.
  • Knowledge of exercise science anatomy physiology and nutrition.
  • Previous personal training experience preferred.
  • Ability to remain calm and professional during difficult or emergency situations.
  • Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform minor equipment troubleshooting is a plus.


Benefits

  • Membership to Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center and Sunset Pool while actively employed
  • (4) Free One-time Use Guest Passes for GEPD facilities (Ackerman/Holes & Knolls/Sunset Pool)
  • Competitive Wages and Paid Training
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Refer a friend that is hired and both receive $50 after 30 days of employment in good standing
  • Recognition Incentives All Season
  • Letter of Recommendation for college internships or future career opportunities
  • Plus you get to work and interact with friends and make an impact in someone elses life!


Questions

Please contact:

Amber Bieberstein:


About the Glen Ellyn Park District

The Glen Ellyn Park District is a local government agency serving all residents of Glen Ellyn and surrounding communities by providing quality recreation programs facilities athletics and leisure opportunities for individuals of all ages and abilities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our mission is to foster diverse community-based leisure opportunities through a harmonious blend of quality recreation programs facilities and open space that enhance quality of life now and into the future.

Join our team and help inspire healthier stronger communities!


Required Experience:

Senior IC