Job Summary
PROGRAM AREA: Aquatics
JOB TITLE: Aqua Fitness Instructor
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-time seasonal
STARTING HOURLY RATE: $21.00 (OR $35.00 for CERTIFIED Zumba Instructor)
JOB SUMMARY: Aquatic Fitness Instructors are responsible for providing a safe and friendly pool experience for members of the community at varying ability levels. Course options include: Aqua Boot Camp, Aqua Zumba, Aqua-natal, Cardio Splash, Deep Water Aerobics, Water Aerobics, and YoQua. Effective instructors will maintain a positive and responsible demeanor and challenge participants to reach fitness goals. The instructor will promote physical fitness to class participants and encourage students to attend fitness classes on a regular basis.
POSITION SUMMARY: - Provide challenging, yet appropriate workouts for varying groups of community member participants.
- Use inspiring, positive language to cue your classes for instruction, motivation and proper technique.
- Ability to communicate professionally with co-workers and supervisory staff.
- Design creative workouts that motivate your students to visit you week after week.
- Share patron concerns and needs with supervisor or building staff when necessary.
- Maintain a professional appearance by always being in uniform and keeping the facility clean and organized.
- Select music for your classes that inspires fitness but remains free of political, religious or vulgar language/lyrics.
- Be punctual. Alert building staff if you anticipate being tardy.
- Report for all assigned shifts and be proactive in finding replacements when needed.
- Be prepared for each workout you deliver during a scheduled session.
- Make an effort to get to know your participants and build a sense of community.
- Maintain current certification in American Red Cross CPR and AED.
- Attend and fully participate in Aqua-Fitness workshops provided by Milwaukee Recreation on a seasonal basis.
JOB REQUIREMENTS: - Be at least 18 years of age.
- Hold current American Red Cross CPR/AED certification.
- Able to meet the scheduling needs for this position
- Access to reliable transportation
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE - Exercise experience especially in water preferred.
- Previous employment/volunteer work that included training or teaching fitness preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES - Possess a fabulous attitude that will motivate your students to exercise.
- Ability to communicate well with patrons and co-workers.
- Ability to work with a wide range of students based on age and ability.
- Be familiar with posture, technique and kinesiology of exercise as to prevent injury.
- AEA or ACE certification a plus.
- Maintain professionalism while on duty.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Contributes as a team member in a recreational atmosphere which is friendly, cooperative, motivating and professional.