Hourly Pilates Instructor Jobs in Bend, OR (NOW HIRING)

Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Part-Time Instructor Health and Human Performance (POOL)
Classification Title
F3
Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit
$752 per load unit (subject to change due to ongoing faculty negotiations)
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Open Until Filled Notes
POOL - Open for the 2026-27 academic year
Position Type/Employee Class
Part-Time Instructor
Instructor Status
This is a part-time instructor position, non-represented and non-benefited.
Overtime Eligible
Exempt
FLSA Status
Learned Professional
Campus Location
Bend
Primary Purpose
To provide instruction in for-credit activity classes offered by the Health & Human Performance (HHP) department. The HHP department offers a wide variety of physical activity classes such as weight training, circuit training, yoga, Pilates, tai chi, martial arts, studio cycling, jogging, mountain biking, basketball, softball, rugby, volleyball, hip-hop, aerobic dance, step aerobics, and many more. The instructor must demonstrate safe and effective teaching and expertise in the activity for which they are applying.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in activity courses. This includes introducing students to the activity (history of, safety, effective training methods, etc). The instructor will safely and effectively lead/facilitate the class throughout a warm-up, exercise/activity session, and cool-down each day. The instructor will assess each student on participation as well as other academic assignments related to the activity taught. Teaching assignments may include courses taught during the day and/or evening, classes taught on or off campus.
• Hold at least one scheduled office hour per class per week for student help sessions and program assistance.
• Utilize College tools and resources, including the Learning Management System and Disability Services software, to support teaching activities as appropriate.
• Participate in course assessment.
• Perform other essential job functions as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

Department Specific
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.

• Thorough knowledge in the physical activity that you will be instructing.
• Knowledge of teaching and instruction of various audiences and group dynamics.
• Visual ability, corrected, to enable instructor to observe, direct, and supervise students in classroom situations.
• Familiarity with and ability to operate or oversee the operation of audio-visual equipment,
• Including overhead projectors, film, sound systems, video, television, interactive video and audio equipment including computer controlled mixed media presentations.
• Ability to operate or oversee the operation of computers and other written materials.
• Ability to orally communicate effectively with others, using the English language, with or without the use of an interpreter.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language, with or without the use of auxiliary aids or services.
• Ability to review, understand and apply concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature.
• Ability to work with Health & Human Performance faculty and other COCC staffs at all levels.
• Willingness to travel and/or teach at various hours and locations, as required.
• Ability/skills to competently advise and/or serve students from a variety of background, respecting cultural and socio-economic differences.

Ergonomic Requirements
Ability to work in classroom and office environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other basic office equipment. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Minimum Requirements
Education:

• Preparation in the form of a current instructor certification/license from an accredited certifying body in the activity in which you are applying to instruct -OR- a college certificate of completion or degree in a related area.

Experience:

• Prior teaching experience in the activity in which you are applying to instruct.

Licenses:

• Necessary for instruction in certain activity classes such as Zumba.

Certifications:

• Necessary for instruction in certain activity classes such as Pilates, Yoga, etc.

Equivalency Statement
The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.
Preferred Qualifications

• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Past experience teaching at the college level.
• Currently certified as a Personal Trainer via ACSM, NSCA, or ACE.

EEO Statement
The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.
This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.
In support of COCC's EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.