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Personal Trainer - Galter Life Center

Endeavor Health · Chicago, IL · $17.00–$58.00 an hour · Part time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a client who lost motivation. How did you help them keep going?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep clients engaged with encouragement and adjusted plans.

This is about 10 hours a week, based on client availability. How do you plan to build and keep a client base?

What they are checking: Whether they can build relationships that keep clients coming back.

What would you do

A client has high blood pressure and just had knee surgery. How do you adjust their program?

What they are checking: Whether they train safely around health conditions and get clearance when needed.

A client feels dizzy and short of breath during a workout. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop the exercise, check on the client and know when to get emergency help.

How do you work with information from a client's doctor or physical therapist?

What they are checking: Whether they respect medical guidance and stay within a trainer's role.

About the work

Walk me through your first session with a new client at Galter Life Center.

What they are checking: Whether they do a health history and fitness assessment before writing any program.

How do you use ACSM guidelines when you design a program?

What they are checking: Whether they apply evidence-based guidelines for intensity, frequency and progression.

How do you set goals with a client that are clear, measurable and realistic?

What they are checking: Whether they agree on goals the client cares about and can track.

What do you write down after each session, and why?

What they are checking: Whether they keep detailed notes on response to exercise and health changes, which the role requires.

How do you handle scheduling and payments for your clients?

What they are checking: Whether they manage records and payments accurately and fix problems quickly.

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The full job description

As published by Endeavor Health.

Hourly Pay Range: $17.00 - $58.00 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: • Position: Personal Trainer • Location: Chicago, IL • Part time, 10 weekly hours • Hours: Flexible hours available - based on client availability • Required Travel: None What you will do: Provide a safe, effective and personalized fitness experience for each client • Assess the clients’ current fitness status • Determine clear, measurable and realistic goals agreeable to both trainer and client • Design and implement an exercise program considering the basic physiological components of fitness according to ACSM guidelines Adapt programs as necessitated by changes in client fitness level, health status, goals or preferences • Track client participation and fitness progress • Keep detailed and thorough notes on client response to exercise, health changes, and reports from other health care professionals, etc. • Perform fitness reassessments according to schedule Perform administrative tasks with accuracy and efficiency • Schedule client sessions, reserve assessment room as needed, arrange for timely payments and maintain accurate session records. Reconcile any discrepancies promptly. • Maintain proper records and reports, keeping them on-site in appropriate storage areas • Attend regular staff meetings and in-services Uphold professional standards of performance • Build positive relationship with clients, maintaining professional boundaries • Always wear personal training uniform during sessions • Follow established standards of performance and exercise protocols • Maintain national personal training certification and attend continuing education seminars to maintain current knowledge in the health and fitness field Assume other duties related to the personal training program as need dictates • Provide in-home training when applicable • Provide lectures and seminars for the LifeCenter and the community as needed • Instruct general members/guests in safe, beneficial ways to exercise and use fitness equipment, offering assistance whenever in the facility (even if off-duty). • Serve in Fitness Specialist role when scheduled (required at start of position) Other Responsibilities • Attain a working knowledge of LifeCenter programs and services • Know, follow and perform emergency procedures when necessary What you will need: • Education : B.S. or higher degree in a fitness-related field is preferred but not required • Certification : 2 years’ experience as well as a current nationally-recognized, accredited personal training certification required. CPR/AED Certification through the American Heart Association. • Unique or Preferred Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills, general knowledge of exercise and exercise contraindications, knowledge of proper use of exercise equipment and ACSM guidelines. Must be passionate about health, fitness and wellness. Benefits (For full time or part time positions): • Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions) • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development • Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options • Tuition Reimbursement • Wellness Program Savings Plan • Health Savings Account Options • Retirement Options with Company Match • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay • Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org . When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website ( www.endeavorhealth.org ) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

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