Instructor: Aqua Fitness I-Aquatics

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges Inc • East Orange, NJ

132d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Aquatic Director, the Aquatics Fitness Instructor is responsible to teach dynamic and beneficial exercise classes in the water while maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Provide excellent customer service, leadership and guidance to all members in classes. Effectively builds community within the class. Create a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in related field.
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid certifications.
• Current Fitness Certification from a nationally recognized organization (example- YMCA, AFAP, AEA).
• Certifications in Water Art, Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program preferred.
• Strong vocal ability to project instruction clearly during lessons.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Certifications subject to annual audit.

Responsibilities

• Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational exercise classes in the water using effective cueing techniques.
• Maintains constant surveillance of all program participants emphasizing the importance of pool safety.
• Modifies classes and routines according to the fitness level of class participants and evaluates progress.
• Celebrates achievement of program participants related to program or personal goals, mastering of specific skills or overall health and well-being.
• Selects appropriate music in line with the YMCA’s position as both a community and family-based organization.
• Observes the behavior of swimmers in the water and is ready to stop dangerous behavior.
• Keeps accurate attendance and all other class records current and organized.
• Stays up to date on current Health and Wellness/Aquatics programs and trends.
• Shows leadership and enthusiasm for fitness and for teaching.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff.
• Cleans area after every exercise lesson class, and contacts supervisor with any equipment issues.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
• Attends all staff meetings and training as required.
• Arrives 5-10 minutes early to every class and records time worked correctly.
• Finds coverage if unable to attend a shift and contacts ahead of time if a scheduled shift cannot be worked.
• Exhibits personal and professional behavior in a manner consistent with the best interest of the Association.
• Performs other job-related duties as may be periodically assigned by the Supervisor.
• Takes all online YMCA mandatory safety courses.
• Supports the Annual Community Support Campaign.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees