Description

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than a job—you’ll enjoy the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.

The Summit YMCA, a branch of the Summit Area YMCA (SAY), is seeking experienced, energetic Water Exercise Instructor to teach classes to our members and help take our aqua fitness programs to the next level at our community pools. The Water Exercise Instructor is responsible for conducting group water exercise classes and programs in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures

This position is part time with an opportunity to teach multiple classes per week. Wages are competitive, starting $28/hour, but are based on experience. Benefit of employment at the Y incudes a free YMCA membership and discounts on family membership.

You May be the Right Candidate if You:

• Can engage with groups of people
• Can create and maintain communities
• Have a desire to share your passion for fitness
• Enjoy helping others reach their goals

At the Summit Area YMCA, we are committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation. Our main purpose is to strengthen community. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone can reach their full potential and we strive to live our cause with purpose every day. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we believe that we’re stronger when we come together.

Essential Functions:

•  Prepare and execute a safe and appropriate class.
• Perform and demonstrate all exercises correctly. Recognize and appropriately correct members who are performing an exercise incorrectly or in an unsafe manner.
• Use and demonstrate equipment use properly.
• Prior to the start of a class, introduce yourself and remind all participants that if leaving the class early for any reason they must give you a thumbs up as a signal to let you know they are okay.
• Provide proper cueing and coaching to class participants.
• Provide modifications to participants when applicable.
• Use appropriate music throughout class.
• Be able to apply biomechanics and physiology of movements to members.
• Start and end class on time.
• Dress appropriately for assigned duties.
• Stay abreast of the needs of the participants and relay this information to the Director.
• Participate in opportunities provided or made available, to continually become more educated, maintain current certification status, and/or learn about other areas( that could benefit you and program participants.
• Relate to the class with enthusiasm, patience, and concern. Consistently find ways to motivate members of the class.
• Know and perform proper emergency procedures.
• Communicate in advance of any planned absences to your supervisor.
• Report any maintenance concerns or problems to supervisor.
• Follow all YMCA fitness and Association policies and procedures as designated by your supervisor and the Employee Handbook.
• Attend all required staff meetings and training as necessary and assigned.
• As an Ambassador for the Y, communicates to members, volunteers, and the general public that the Y is the nation’s leading non-profit committed to strengthening the community through Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility.
• As an Ambassador for the Y, communicates to members, volunteers, and the general public that diversity and inclusion are core to the Summit Area YMCA mission. The SAY is open and inclusive of all people regardless of their ability, age, culture, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation and socio-economic background and we must all strive courageously against any discriminatory behavior and will always abide by the Summit Area YMCA’s Diversity & Inclusion policy as explained in the Employee Handbook.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Current Water exercise certification
• At least one year experience teaching water exercise classes
• Current CPR/AED certification
• Good communication skills
• Be knowledgeable about health & fitness field including current trends and safety issues.

About the Summit Area YMCA:

We were founded as the Young Men's Christian Association in 1886, but today, we are The Y. Part of a world-class organization, we are one of the area’s leading nonprofits, that values, and is made stronger by, its diverse people. The Summit Area YMCA is committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other. Working locally, we focus on empowering young people, improving health and well-being, and inspiring action in and across communities. By bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and generations, we ensure that we all have access to the opportunities, relationships, and resources necessary to learn, grow and thrive.