Water Aerobics Instructor
About The Position
The Water Aerobics Instructor leads engaging water fitness classes that help members improve strength, flexibility, endurance, and cardiovascular fitness. The instructor creates a safe, welcoming, and positive environment, adapts instruction for a variety of skill levels, and follows professional fitness standards and YMCA policies. This is a part-time position of up to 25 hours per week at the Pearl Street Family YMCA in Tacoma, Washington. The posted wage is $19.23 to $23.68 per hour; compensation depends on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the range.
Requirements
- Current AEA Aquatic Fitness Professional (AFP), Aqua Zumba, or Glide Fit certification.
- Ability to demonstrate water fitness instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
- Previous experience working with adults in a program setting and with diverse populations.
- Confidence in the water.
- Ability to pass background and reference checks in accordance with the Washington State Fair Chance Act.
- Commitment to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
- Ability and willingness to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on the first day, as well as other online and in-person training as required.
Nice To Haves
- One year or more of related experience.
Responsibilities
- Design and instruct water fitness classes in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
- Instruct water fitness classes for a variety of skill levels.
- Prepare lesson plans.
- Give clear directions, cues, and demonstrations.
- Create a safe and positive atmosphere.
- Promote member safety and engagement.
- Help participants improve flexibility, strength, endurance, and cardiovascular conditioning.
Benefits
- Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership.
- Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities.
- Paid sick leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year.
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), digital mental health counseling platform, wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center.
- Professional training, education, and certification opportunities.
- 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services, and merchandise.
- For part-time employees working more than 20 hours per week: HealthiestYou by Teladoc virtual general medical care, Willamette Dental Plan, and VSP Vision Plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
