Warlick Water Aerobics Instructor

GASTON COUNTY FAMILY YMCA•Gastonia, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Water Aerobics Instructors provide direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in aquatics group exercise classes. Water Aerobics Instructors aid in providing excellent service to members of all ages in a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment that promotes positive program experiences based on the specifically designed curriculum for skill development in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: We believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Must have a Nationally recognized water certification or group exercise certification
Fulfillment of specific hiring standards and completion of YMCA program-specific training. Required certifications provided by the YMCA upon hiring: RedCross Lifeguard certification
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Child Abuse Prevention Training upon hire

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience teaching Aquatic Exercise/Aerobics

Responsibilities

Instructs Aquatic classes in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
Builds effective, authentic relationships with participants in the class; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA.
Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers participants to other programs.
Maintains record of attendance as required.
Attends staff meetings and training as scheduled.
Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports of damaged equipment.
The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers
Attend/complete required abuse risk management training before working with consumers and on an annual basis.
Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers
Follow mandated reporting requirements
Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities
Maintain vigilance in supervising aquatic environments, including locker rooms, restrooms, and storage areas. Consistently follow safety procedures during instruction, transitions, and emergencies.