What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aquatics Group Exercise Instructor position at YMCA of Greater Kansas City?
Overview
Responsible and accountable for planning, conducting, and evaluating high quality aquatics group exercise classes.
OUR CULTURE:
The YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. It’s who we are, who we aspire to be and how we show up every day. We are cause-driven. We don’t just show up, we show up with purpose. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the overall YMCA mission of healthy living, youth development and social responsibility.
- Lead and teach water exercise classes and programs for all members and participants of all abilities and levels.
- Responsible for staying current with the center announcements and information.
- Must maintain safety in all classes by following YMCA and national certification guidelines.
- Know and understand the pool area for safety reasons along with emergency procedures of the building.
- Responsible for injury/accident reporting procedures.
- Must notify appropriate staff of any unsafe conditions, needed repairs, complaints, accidents, or injuries immediately.
- Assist in the recruitment of volunteers for all classes and programs.
- Keep current with knowledge of all areas of training and certifications.
- Attend community functions and events to promote the YMCA, its mission and programs.
- Must be a team player when working with other staff of the appointed YMCA center.
- Maintain a safe and clean pool environment.
- Assist in the ideas for marketing, retention and sale initiatives for aquatics fitness programs and members.
- Track water fitness participant numbers
- Responsible for updating all certifications.
Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Minimum one year teaching experience.
- American Safety and Health Institute certifications:
- Current First Aid.
- Current CPRPro (includes AED)
- Current Emergency Oxygen.
- Able to relate and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner.
