WATER AEROBICS INSTRUCTOR

Water Aerobics Instructor

Part Time Charlotte

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director the water aerobics instructor is responsible for instructing safe, effective and fun group exercise classes, as well as enhancing the quality of the program. Responsibilities include but not limited to :

• Experience in teaching water aerobics
• Must hold and maintain current nationally recognized certification in the type of class you are teaching.
• Certification can be from any nationally accredited organization that certifies water aerobics.
• Must be willing to teach a minimum of 2 regularly scheduled water aerobics classes per week.
• Provide a safe and effective workout in the class format scheduled, in accordance with current accepted practices of exercise physiology.
• Supervise and guide the participants through an age appropriate workout that incorporates appropriate warm-up, cardiovascular endurance, cool down, strength and flexibility. Be aware of the various abilities of the participants and potential problems associated with poor form.
• Ability to motivate and inspire participants
• Modify exercises to accommodate different fitness levels and abilities
• Provide a safe aquatic environment by keeping workout area or entrance to pool area clear of free of obstacles. Responsible for cleaning, organizing and maintaining all equipment especially following class.
• Reduce risk of injury by adhering to national safety guidelines.
• Demonstrate variations or modifications to encourage participants to pace themselves, and keep movements pain free.
• Know and follow emergency procedures as situations warrant
• Act as a primary responder in case of injury, accident, or illness in the pool area and provides backup to lifeguard as needed in emergencies and crowd control.
• Start and finish classes on time. If unable to teach a class, instructor will find a substitute to cover assigned classes.
• Participate in staff activities (meetings, staff functions).
• Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer / AED / Basic First Aid
• Must maintain all appropriate certifications and provide copies of all certifications to aquatics director each year.
• Excellent human relations and communication skills.
• Team player (be willing to substitute teach for other instructors).
• Walking, carrying, sitting, seeing, hearing, crouching, lifting (25lbs), pushing, kneeling, standing, and speaking.

Note : This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The instructor may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

Compensation : $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Working at British Swim School is more than just a job; its a chance to create a lasting impact that could change a child's life.

As part of the British Swim School Team, you play a role in your local community, empowering others and sharing your passion. Its a chance to be part of a fun-loving team of dedicated people who are committed to promoting water safety and a lifelong love of the water.

While we teach swimming to people of all ages and abilities, most of our students are preschool and elementary-aged kids. Our instructors should like working with this age group and be good at making parents feel comfortable. It's helpful if you have experience with children or in a child-focused job, but it's not required if you can show the right attitude. The job comes with specialized training in our advanced and unique British Swim School approach.

We also have exciting opportunities with our Customer Service Team, even if you're not in the pool. These are the people committed to providing the best service in the industry. In these roles, you might talk to parents on the phone or by the pool. Wherever you are, the aim is to make everyone feel like part of the British Swim School Family as we focus on ensuring the Survival of the Littlest.

Each franchise location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee (franchise owner). Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to British Swim School Corporate.

Salary : $25 - $35