What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aqua Fitness Instructor position at Arlington Heights Park District?
Are you a certified and passionate Aqua Fitness Instructor? Arlington Heights Park District is looking for our next Aqua Fitness Instructor to teach several deep and shallow aqua fitness classes a couple of times a month.
What We're Looking For:
- A current, active Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA) certification
- A friendly, motivating presence to inspire our community
Class Details:
- Deep Aqua Fitness: Morning sessions, 6:30–8:00 AM
- Shallow Aqua Fitness: Flexible scheduling between 9:00–11:00 AM
- Start times may be adjusted to fit your availability!
Anticipated Hiring Range: $20-$35 DOQ
Part-Time Wages
JOB SPECIFIC INFORMATION
- Leads aqua fitness classes following the Park District's program, demonstrating techniques and guiding effective workouts.
- Evaluates sessions, recommending improvements or new exercises as needed.
- Prepares equipment, music, and materials for each class.
- Supervises participants, enforces pool rules, and ensures safety during sessions.
- Assists with pool setup, including lap lines and equipment.
- Participates in rescue drills, first aid reviews, and skill development activities.
- Maintains a clean, organized workspace and performs additional assigned duties.
BENEFITS WE OFFER
- PTAC Membership to ARC
- Discounts on some programming
- KinderCare Discount
AHPD OVERVIEW
The Arlington Heights Park District (AHPD) is one of the most noteworthy park districts in Illinois. Located 25 miles northwest from downtown Chicago, AHPD is the 3rd largest Park District in Cook County and the 12th largest in the State of Illinois. Since 1925, AHPD continues to enrich the community by providing fun, accessible, and impactful recreation and facilities for every age and every season. The District are stewards of five community centers with outdoor pools, two tennis clubs, Lake Arlington, Arlington Ridge Center, two public golf clubs and a driving range, Arlington Heights Historical Museum, Senior Center, 58 parks, 44 playgrounds, 22 miles of jogging and bike trails across 714 acres of land. AHPD is a three times National Gold Medal Award recipient for excellence in the field of parks and recreation management and an Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency.
The Arlington Heights Park District commits itself to a cohesive environment to create a mutually respectful, multicultural, and equitable environment.
Salary : $20 - $35
