Water Fitness Instructor

Make Waves in Water Fitness- Sage YMCA is now hiring Water Fitness Instructors!

In this role, you will lead engaging and personalized water fitness classes, create progressive exercise plans, and ensure the safety and well-being of all participants. You'll also assist with facility setup, provide emergency support, and maintain your certifications. Dive into a rewarding career where you can make a difference every day!

Salary starts at $20.00 per hour plus a fitness pay plan and opportunities to grow within the organization

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:

• Competitive salaries reflecting your skills and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees, plus wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays, with flexible work hours for work-life balance.
• 403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service.
• Continuous learning opportunities through workshops and training programs.
• Supportive work environment valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.

As a Water Fitness Instructor, you will:

• Lead water fitness classes with a personalized approach
• Prepares progressive exercise plans for program participants
• Gives clear explanations of safe exercises and demonstrates correct form and provides safe alternate exercises
• Sets up facility or equipment
• In case of injury, accident, or illness in pool area and provides backup to lifeguards as needed in emergencies
• Reports injuries and completes required procedures
• Maintains current certifications
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must have current Water Fitness certification
• Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively

Child Abuse Prevention- Supports the YMCA's commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required