What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Fitness Instructor (Oshkosh 20th Ave YMCA) position at OSHKOSH COMMUNITY YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSN INC?
- Instructs and coaches groups and individuals participating in water exercise classes.
- Creates a safe & positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and promotes safety in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
- Builds positive relationships with members and program participants through effective listening and verbal skills and creatively finds ways to connect them to one another and the Y community.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Effectively and creatively lead a healthy water fitness class.
- Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and can assist the lifeguards in emergency situations immediately, in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
- Responds to patron’s inquiries and concerns with a courteous and pleasant attitude.
- Identifies and celebrates the successes of members and program participants.
- Develops a class plan for each class session and arrives fully prepared.
- Completes records and reports in a timely and professional manner.
- Participates in in-service training and staff meetings as required.
- Maintains current required certifications.
- Thorough knowledge of proper body mechanics in the water and proper use of class equipment.
- Thorough understanding of facility policies for class registration and session information.
- Leadership qualities and public relations skills.
- Has the physical ability to move freely about the facility.
- Has the swimming skills necessary to demonstrate all movements in water as needed.