Salary : $27.00 Hourly
Location : 3636 Municipal Drive, McHenry
Job Type : Seasonal
Job Number : 00116
Department : Parks & Recreation Department
Division : Athletics & Aquatics
Opening Date : 12 / 30 / 2024
Closing Date : 5 / 31 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
The Aqua Aerobics Instructor will lead and plan the McHenry Parks & Recreation aqua aerobics classes for ages 14 to adults. They will educate patrons on fitness while providing a safe and controlled environment. Instructor is responsible for planning class, motivating participants, correcting workout methods, and properly demonstrating techniques. They play an integral role in the development of building strong community in our aquatics department.
Position would run classes for the duration of 1 hour that take place 2-3 times per week.
The staff is a representative of the philosophy, mission, and goal of the City of McHenry and its parks and recreation department. Staff must strive to work cooperatively with the Aquatics Supervisor / Aquatics Coordinator and fellow employees to achieve the goals and objectives of the City of McHenry Parks & Recreation department.
Job Duties
DECISION MAKING AND JUDGEMENT
- Must be flexible and available to work during the week, holidays, and weekends.
- Ability to adjust class dynamics on the spot based on class size, pool dynamics, and weather
- Work closely with other aquatics staff and instructors to ensure we are offering a quality class
- Ability to work independently and create content without assistance
ADMINISTRATIVE
Will be at your program area and set up 15 minutes prior to start of scheduled classDisplays appropriate role model behavior and maintains honest, trustworthy, and responsible conduct towards students, officials, other employees, and spectatorsKeep program areas clean, neat, and organized to optimize customer satisfactionRun class on time and maximize schedule to include adequate warm-ups, exercise, and cool downPrepares appropriate equipment, music, and handouts for each classReadies all equipment and necessary teaching tools prior to the start of classMaintain inventories and report any equipment problems or needs to the Aquatics CoordinatorReport any incidents or conflicts directly to Aquatics Coordinator / Aquatics Supervisor within 24 hoursTrack and maintain accurate attendance records for programAbility to attend regular scheduled program events, trainings, and additional meetings as neededComplete necessary swimmer evaluations and progress reports by due dates for each sessionSubmit attendance rosters and timesheets to Aquatics Supervisor in a timely mannerSUPERVISION
Maintains order and safety in swimming areasAlways assists in enforcing city and aquatics policiesAccountable for set-up and take-down of equipment for programPHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to swim or demonstrate class skills in the water or on land as neededUnderstanding of aquatic terminology and ability to explain to participants and parentsAbility to multi-task and handle high pressure situations in loud environmentsMust be motivated and able to implement oral and written instructionsMust be able to communicate respectfully and effectively with supervisor, co-workers, and participantsMust be able to lift 50 poundsMust be able to evaluate situations and make decisions within established policies and standardsRequires frequent lifting and moving of equipment and suppliesKnowledge and physical ability to respond in emergency situationsCandidate must be energetic, outgoing, and interested in being a positive role modelCandidate must possess strong oral and interpersonal communication skillsCandidate must possess ability to be flexible and adjust to changing work environmentCandidate must be trained and certified in First Aid, CPR, and AEDACCURACY
Requires accurate record keeping for programsPARTICIPANT SAFETY
Review and understand all emergency drills and be prepared to implement themRequires considerable attention and alertness to safety hazardsMust be able to take on a leadership role in matters of safetyPRINCIPLE ACTIVITIES :
Fill in at various positions when there are personnel shortages, vacations, or special projectsOther related duties as assigned and perform all duties in a respectful and responsible mannerMaintains necessary recordsAdheres to all policies and proceduresEFFECT ON END RESULT :
A quality aqua aerobics class as indicated by positive participant engagement and retentionQualifications
Must be 18 years of age or olderMust be an example of good moral behaviorBasic First Aid, CPR, and AEDCertified Instructor (AEA, ACE, AFAA), water specialty / certification preferredAt least 6 months to 2 years experience working with childrenAt least 1 year previous experience in aquatics field or competing on a competitive swim teamPrefer one or more years of college in a related field (i.e. recreation, child development, sports management, physical education, etc.)Willingness to project the City of McHenry image by personal adherence to all policiesDemonstrate the ability to interpret and administer all policies, established by the City of McHenry Parks & Recreation department, to all employees and volunteers you may come in contact withThe City of McHenry is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.
Salary : $27
