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Pilates Instructor

Health Fitness (Trustmark) · North Chicago, IL · $35.00–$55.00 an hour · Part time

Posted Apr 30, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you helped someone new to Pilates feel comfortable.

What they are checking: Whether they can make beginners feel confident in a corporate fitness setting.

Tell me about how you build a community among class members.

What they are checking: Whether they connect with people, which HealthFitness emphasizes.

What would you do

A member says the class is too hard and they want to leave. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can make classes welcoming and keep people coming back.

You teach up to 10 classes a week. How do you keep them fresh?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep classes engaging over time.

What would you do if a member collapsed during class?

What they are checking: Whether they know emergency steps, since CPR and AED certification is required.

About the work

What Pilates certification do you hold, and what style were you trained in?

What they are checking: Whether they have the required certification and a clear training background.

How do you plan a mat Pilates class for a group with mixed fitness levels?

What they are checking: Whether they can design classes that work for beginners and experienced members.

How do you offer modifications for someone with back pain?

What they are checking: Whether they keep members safe by adjusting exercises for common issues.

How do you give cues so members can find the right form without you touching them?

What they are checking: Whether they can coach clearly with words, which matters in group classes.

How do you keep up with your CPR, AED and First Aid certifications?

What they are checking: Whether they keep required safety certifications current, since a lapse means they cannot legally teach class.

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The full job description

As published by Health Fitness (Trustmark).

HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a proven leader in providing fitness solutions that engage and connect people both on-site and online, to create a strong community of health. Our work focuses on creating meaningful connections with each of our participants to help them move forward. We foster each individual’s journey by creating communities of health within the organizations we serve – so that everyone is supported. As an employee of HealthFitness you will enjoy a variety of health and financial benefits and receive competitive pay. We provide personal and professional support, training and development and flexible employment opportunities. About the role HealthFitness is looking for a Pilates Instructor to join the fitness team at our corporate client site located in North Chicago, Illinois (40 miles north of the city). Looking for an instructor to teach either Tuesday or Wednesday evenings with class start time between 4:00pm-4:15pm. Responsible for providing fun, effective, and safe Pilates instruction to members. Minimum Requirements • Pilates Instructor certification required. • Adult CPR/AED and First Aid certifications from American Heart Association, American Red Cross or American Safety & Health Institute required prior to start date. • 2+ years group exercise instruction experience strongly preferred. • Ability to navigate electronic onboarding and timecard systems required. Applicants must meet hiring requirements including but not limited to pre-employment drug test. Compensation: $35 - $55/class. Pay is dependent on experience and qualifications. Brand: HealthFitness HealthFitness is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our people and our business.  W e are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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