Aquatics Group Exercise - Water Walking Instructor

Ann Arbor YMCA•Ann Arbor, MI

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Make A Splash And A Difference Place Being a Water Walking Instructor at the Ann Arbor YMCA offers part-time hours with meaningful impact on your community. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Aquatics Director and in accordance with the mission and purpose of the Ann Arbor YMCA, the Water Walking Instructor will be responsible for conducting a safe and effective group exercise class in compliance with the standards, policies and procedures of the Ann Arbor YMCA. It is expected that instructors will possess leadership, organizational and communication skills as well as the ability to develop and implement effective lesson plans. Instructors must demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Six (6) months experience working in a related field is preferred.
Must be flexible to work with a wide variety of people.
Ability to access the lap and/or family pool.
The worker is subject to environmental conditions of a Natatorium.
Ability to walk, stand, and sit for long periods of time.
Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
Must be able to lift and/or assist participants up to 180 pounds in weight.
Must be able to lift and carry food and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency

Nice To Haves

Multi-lingual ability is a bonus.

Responsibilities

Plans and prepares for all classes with the goals and abilities of the students in mind and communicates effectively with participants.
Ensures safety of all participants by following best practices.
Arrive no later than 10 minutes prior to the start of class (will receive pay for up to 20 minutes in addition to their class time).
Ensure all program participants are registered and have completed all program forms.
Put the health and well-being of the class participant first in all aspects, providing exercise modifications for participant safety and success.
Provides proper cuing and gestures to participants to motivate and facilitate improvement.
Inspects and immediately notifies appropriate staff of any broken equipment or unsafe aspects of the Natatorium.
Secures a qualified substitute when needed.
Utilizes all necessary equipment as related to the program in the proper manner.
Maintains all certifications and follows proper requesting procedures for further/advance certifications.
Maintains a positive attitude and acts in a professional manner when interacting with members, participants and staff at all times.
Sets up the facility and equipment needed and puts away all equipment upon completion of classes.
Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.