What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Aerobics Instructor (Morning) position at YMCA of East Tennessee?
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Description
Shifts: Starting at 8am
Position Summary
Instructs group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with Y policies and procedures. In addition, every position in the YMCA of East Tennessee is responsible for upholding the Judeo-Christian principles that are central to our mission by modeling behaviors that exemplify the Y’s core values - caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Core Functions
provide effective information and support to members.
There are no supervisory responsibilities.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
Individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required.
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
There are no education requirements. At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred. Area(s) of expertise certifications and training required.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or scheduled form.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to quickly changing room temperatures. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance.
Physical Demands
Frequently required to talk or hear. Must be able to conduct classes and activities. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of members or employees of the organization.
Certificates, Licenses, Courses
Current CPR and First Aid; required for hire and must maintain certification.
YMCA Foundation of Group Exercise Certification or Water Aerobics Certification; required at obtain before starting work.
Other certifications depending on program being instructed; required at hire and must maintain certification.
Safety Training Courses; required to complete before start work, provided by the Y.
New Employee Orientation; required to attend before start work, provided by the Y.
Additional training, licenses, and courses may be required throughout employment.
Description
Shifts: Starting at 8am
Position Summary
Instructs group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with Y policies and procedures. In addition, every position in the YMCA of East Tennessee is responsible for upholding the Judeo-Christian principles that are central to our mission by modeling behaviors that exemplify the Y’s core values - caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Core Functions
- Safely leads energizing, fun, and educational group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to
- Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members connect with each
- Within the scope of practice; answers questions from members to support them in achieving
provide effective information and support to members.
- Follows all Y policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety
- Keeps accurate class attendance records. Also responsible for storage and maintaining of the
- Other duties may be assigned.
There are no supervisory responsibilities.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
Individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required.
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
There are no education requirements. At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred. Area(s) of expertise certifications and training required.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or scheduled form.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to quickly changing room temperatures. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance.
Physical Demands
Frequently required to talk or hear. Must be able to conduct classes and activities. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of members or employees of the organization.
Certificates, Licenses, Courses
Current CPR and First Aid; required for hire and must maintain certification.
YMCA Foundation of Group Exercise Certification or Water Aerobics Certification; required at obtain before starting work.
Other certifications depending on program being instructed; required at hire and must maintain certification.
Safety Training Courses; required to complete before start work, provided by the Y.
New Employee Orientation; required to attend before start work, provided by the Y.
Additional training, licenses, and courses may be required throughout employment.