Instructor: Aqua Fitness- Aquatics
13 days ago
Livingston
Job DescriptionDescription: We are an all - inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. As a growing, mission focused, and future-oriented association of YMCAs, the Metro YMCA of the Oranges has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, mission-driven, candidate to join our team. Requirements: Essential Functions: • Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational exercise classes in the water using effective cueing techniques; while maintaining 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., • Music selection must be appropriate and in line with the YMCA’s position as both a community and family-based organization, • Must be able to see all students at all times during lesson, never turns back on class., • Must be skilled in observing the behavior of swimmers in the water and be ready at all times to stop dangerous behavior., • Keeps accurate attendance and all other class records current and organized., • Be 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 contact supervisor with any equipment issues, • Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations., • Attends all staff meetings and training as required., • Must be 5-10 minutes early to every class and record time worked correctly with limited mistakes., • Must find coverage if unable to attend a shift. Contact must be made ahead of time if a scheduled shift cannot be worked., • Flexibility may be asked to substitute for other employee’s shift or work beyond assigned shift in an effort to ensure safety and proper coverage, • Exhibits personal and professional behavior in a manner consistent with the best interest of the Association, so as not to bring discredit to the Association, • Perform such other job-related duties as may be periodically assigned by the Supervisor, • Take all online YMCA mandatory safety courses, • Support the Annual Community Support Campaign, • 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 We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes paid sick leave, a legal plan, disability insurance, life insurance, 12% retirement benefits upon eligibility, a 403 (b) plan, an employee assistance program, professional development opportunities, Metro Y program discounts, and complimentary use of YMCA facilities.