Faculty/Staff Instructor - 2026/2027: Aquatics
About The Position
Oregon State University’s Faculty and Staff Fitness (FSF) program, part of the School of Exercise, Sport, and Health Sciences in the College of Health, seeks one or more Aquatics Fitness Instructors to teach FSF courses during the 2026–2027 fiscal year. These are hourly professional faculty positions. Applications are reviewed as needed, and qualified candidates will be contacted when positions become available. The FSF program serves university employees and affiliated community members, offering fitness opportunities for participants ranging from beginners to highly trained individuals. Instructors deliver high-quality, evidence-based aquatics fitness experiences that promote lifelong physical activity and wellness. They teach 2–5 classes per week, prepare classes, maintain a safe and inclusive environment, engage participants, develop programming for diverse fitness levels and abilities, and substitute teach other classes when needed. The anticipated start date is October 15, 2026. Classes are offered in short blocks throughout the day and week, including early mornings, lunch times, and evenings. The role requires demonstrating physical fitness activities for the duration of class and may involve lifting up to 40 pounds, bending, twisting, and other physical demands associated with fitness classes. Starting salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience; the stated salary range is $20.46–$27.92 per hour.
Requirements
- Meet one of the following education and experience combinations: a bachelor’s degree and one year of teaching experience in aquatics or swim-skill instruction for at least two one-hour classes per week (approximately 104 hours annually), or an equivalent amount of instruction experience; an associate’s degree in Exercise Sports Science or a relevant field and three years of teaching experience in fitness, aquatics, or aerobics; or a high school diploma or equivalent, five years of teaching experience, and certification in fitness, aquatics, or aerobics.
- Have CPR/AED and First Aid certifications by the start of classes.
- Demonstrate the ability to design, teach, and assess courses that support inclusive learning principles and promote equitable teaching practices for all learners.
- Be able to demonstrate physical fitness activities for the duration of class.
- Be able to meet the position’s physical demands, which may include lifting up to 40 pounds, bending, and twisting.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Kinesiology or a relevant discipline.
- Professional certification in aquatics or swim-skill instruction. Preferred certifying organizations include AEA, ACSM, ACE, AFAA, SCW, US Water Fitness Association, EXOS, ASFA, AFPA, and Water in Motion.
- Enrollment in or completion of a Kinesiology/Public Health program and completion of a practicum or internship within the Faculty Staff Fitness organization in a field applicable to the position.
- Five or more years of teaching experience.
Responsibilities
- Instruct 2–5 classes per week.
- Prepare for classes.
- Maintain a safe and inclusive environment.
- Foster participant engagement.
- Develop class programming that accommodates diverse fitness levels and abilities.
- Substitute teach other classes when needed.
- Demonstrate physical fitness activities to participants for the duration of class.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
