Pure Barre Lead Teacher

Pure Barre, the innovator and gold standard in Barre fitness, is coming to Woodbridge, VA! This is a great opportunity to get your foot in on the ground floor of the fastest growing and well known boutique fitness franchise in the US and Canada. Pure Barre is not only known for its amazing workout and fitness savvy clientele, but did you know it’s also a place where you can feel empowered in a career within a supportive community? We offer exciting opportunities for fitness enthusiasts who enjoy cultivating strong relationships with our fitness savvy top notch clientele. You will be providing our clients results oriented workouts focusing on small isometric movements in a fun community environment. In addition, we value and invest in our employees: paid training with teaching commitments, and opportunity for growth.

Pure Barre Woodbridge is looking for a dynamic confident individual that is a high performer with a passion for fitness to join our team. A passion for Pure Barre and prior knowledge of the brand is a plus, but not required ! A background in dance, cheerleading, or fitness is helpful, but not required. Musicality and the ability to lead a room of 20+ people are a must ! If you are a good fit for the job, you will also be friendly, reliable, highly skilled at multitasking, have excellent communication skills, and be genuine and passionate about helping others.

The Lead Teacher is an exemplary Pure Barre Teacher who ensures that all instructional staff within the studio are abiding by brand standards.

For more information, visit: purebarre.com

Lead Teacher Job Qualifications:

• Certified Pure Barre Classic teacher *See Table A
• At least 1 year of teaching Pure Barre
• Deep understanding and alignment with the Pure Barre methods
• Demonstrated proficiency in Club Ready software
• Up to date CPR/AED training
• Demonstrate anatomical knowledge and focus on safety and alignment
• Pleasant, professional demeanor and excellent customer service skills
• Experience teaching new and veteran clients in all class formats
• Professional and effective communication skills
• Proven public speaking skills
• Proficiency in helping with sales
• In depth understanding of the benefits of Pure Barre and what sets Pure Barre apart from other boutique fitness studios
• Willingness to evolve with new developments in the fitness industry, specifically in relation to Pure Barre
• Team player with evidence of strong leadership skills
• Passion for learning and willingness to attend continuing education trainings and seminars as offered by Pure Barre Corporate
• Punctual and Reliable
• Ability to implement and streamline new procedures in a diverse environment
• Ability to recognize areas of improvement and pro-actively communicate with management
• Consistently uses excellent judgment
• Ability to work harmoniously with the public, management and instructors
• Professional and neat
• Trustworthy and maintains client confidentiality
• Strong problem-solver

Lead Teacher Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Minimum Requirements:
• Attend monthly webinar facilitated by the Pure Barre Corporate Training Team (or watch recording)
• Study and complete monthly resources available via Lead Teacher Schoox folder (under Content)
• Implement actionable take home with studio team
• Effectively communicates messaging and updates from the Corporate Training Team to the studio team
• Teach ~6-8 classes each week (formats varied based on length since studio opened; Table A )
• Regularly teaches Breaking Down the Barre, Breaking Down Reform (if applicable), Pure Foundations, and corporate-released Intensive Classes
• Additional Recommendations:
• Assist trainees in successfully completing the test out video process (note that we will provide very clear guidance on protocols and best practices)
• Review teachers quarterly on each class format, according to the corporate test out video rubrics and meet one-on-one to discuss feedback
• Lead quarterly team meetings with all teachers at the studio
• Assist management with studio schedule and ensure class types, times, levels and instructor scheduled are ideal to maximize occupancy and client satisfaction
  • Manage sub requests and adjust schedule accordingly
• Ensure that all images posted on social media sites reflect proper form and safety standards and are in alignment with Pure Barre standards
• Regularly inspect equipment for damage or wear and make recommendations to management about updates
• Stay up to date with, and implement Pure Barre educational standards at all times
• Track and review the other instructors for proficiency and performance quarterly according to Pure Barre Corporate test out video rubrics
• Provided needed mentorship to instructors to ensure their teaching is up to Pure Barre’s standards
• Provide Pure Barre instruction to private classes as requested by clients
• Must be skilled at proper and safe use of a variety of equipment during each class, including, but not limited to, hand weights, ankle/wrist weights, platforms, resistance tubing and mats
• Visually inspect the equipment prior to the beginning of class to ensure equipment is in good working order and safe to use
• Participate in networking/community/client appreciation events as needed and studio promotions to generate new business
• Maintain honesty and integrity
• Any other duties as assigned

Lead Teacher Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stoop, kneel, bend, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, work with fingers, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs. and be able to move/push equipment as needed • Visual acuity required
• Prolonged standing
• Must be able to speak and hear well enough to communicate well with others both one-on-one and in front of groups
• Ability to think and process information quickly, clearly and accurately
• Strong reasoning ability; able to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, written or oral instructions; able to deal calmly and logically with problems and people, even under pressure.

Work Environment :

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is not exposed to any adverse or inclement conditions

Table A: Minimum Job Qualifications Dictated by Studio Age