What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Aerobics Instructor - Deep Water 6AM position at City of Missoula?
Looking to splash into a new opportunity? Use your knowledge of water exercise to help our customers enjoy a great workout and achieve their wellness goals in a fun, supportive setting.
Parks and Recreation is recruiting to fill Water Aerobics Instructor positions to assist in the development and delivery of safe and effective opportunities for physical fitness.
Details: Applicant Screening and Interviews will begin immediately. Applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
To Apply: Please submit the City of Missoula Application.
Resumes will not be reviewed. All details should be entered on the application.
**$18.00/class non-certified and $22.00/class certified
- Plan, organize, evaluate, and lead classes/lessons within specified program.
- Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations on sports, recreational activities, and the use of exercise equipment; instruct participants with varied fitness and skill levels; perform emergency first aid.
- Inspect and set up sports and fitness equipment; observe all participants to ensure safety.
- Demonstrate and/or explain how to perform various exercises, routines, and techniques to minimize injuries and improve fitness and performance.
- Monitor participants techniques and progress to ensure proper form and adapt program as needed.
- Provide options during class/lesson to help participants feel successful.
- Maintain and organize various paperwork, schedules, and other required resources.
- Promote positive sportsmanship and stewardship towards all recreation facilities (indoor and outdoor) for participants and spectators.
- Perform other duties, as assigned.
- Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques used in recreational sports and fitness activities.
- Knowledge of rules and strategies of specified program with the ability to interpret and apply City adapted rules and regulations.
- Skill in promoting positive and safe environments.
- Skill in communicating, in person and writing, with the proven ability to establish and maintain positive effective working relationships with diverse individuals.
- Ability to effectively break instructions down to specific skills and techniques with patience and tact.
- Ability to lead and work with both adults and youth of all ages.
- Ability to effectively meet and communicate with the public and deescalate stressful situations.
- Ability to maintain and exhibit integrity and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.
- Ability to maintain and foster a culture of professionalism, adhere to departmental and City standards and specifications, and support a positive team environment.
- Ability to accept criticism and resolve conflicts with facilitating outcomes while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Ability to learn departmental and City of Missoula practices and procedures.
- Positions require the ability to lift 50 lbs. or less.
- Work environment may involve occasional exposure to unavoidable seasonal weather conditions.
- Any combination of training and experience with leading sports or fitness programs.
- Must be of legal age to perform the duties of the position.
- Must have CPR/First Aid & AED certifications.
Salary : $18 - $22
