Aqua Aerobics Instructor

YMCA of Southwest Florida•Englewood, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Aquatics Coordinator/Program Director and in accordance with the policies of the YMCA of Southwest Florida, the Water Aerobics Instructor will be responsible for the delivery of safe, effective and physically appropriate group water exercise classes.

Requirements

Must be 17 years of age or older
Successfully complete State of Florida Criminal History Background Check requirements as well as meet the Association’s policies on background screening
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Refrain from diagnosing injuries, offering medical advice, and dispensing or endorsing any and all commercial health products especially nutritional supplements, vitamins, performance enhancing substances, and pain relievers.

Nice To Haves

Approved swimsuit, jacket, shirt
Exercise instructors are responsible for their own music and agree to use music suitable for a family setting

Responsibilities

Arrive promptly for shift. Reports to work at the scheduled time and works as scheduled
Follow the format of the class type and description to be taught
Ensure that classes are safe and within industry standards and guidelines.
Become familiar with class participants; learn names, their health concerns and their physical limitations
Maintain constant supervision of participants during class.
Direct all pool maintenance concerns to Aquatics Director immediately
Ensure all participants wear appropriate swim attire and footwear
Make sure all equipment is put away correctly following your shift.
Instructors are expected to find their own substitutes if they are not work their scheduled shift and communicate the substitute to the supervisor in a timely manner
Attend regularly scheduled, mandatory staff meetings
Utilize time clock and monitor timesheet. Bring any corrections to supervisor within a timely manner
Participate in YMCA-sponsored special events and activities when possible
Provide a positive role model for members and guests
Responsible for upholding all staff safety requirements including cleaning protocols throughout the day, as required by my department.
All other duties as assigned