About this role
Overview
The Water Fitness Instructor leads safe, welcoming water exercise classes that help YMCA members stay active and connected.
Responsibilities
- Plan and lead engaging water exercise classes with clear instructions, safe techniques, modifications, warm-ups, and cool-downs.
- Instructors are asked to teach in the water to build member relationships, increase engagement and retention, and promote other YMCA classes.
- Start and end classes on time, use smooth transitions, and include pulse checks as appropriate.
- Encourage all fitness levels and answer member questions before and after class.
- Stay current on wellness trends, record attendance, and maintain required training and certifications.
- Follow YMCA policies and emergency procedures.
- Put members first with attentive, timely, accurate service that reflects caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Qualifications
- No group fitness certification required at hire. Obtain YMCA Group Fitness Instructor Certification within one year of employment.
- Within 60 days of hire, obtain CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications and complete all required onboarding training, including Living Our Cause, DCFS Mandated Reporter, and IL Gateway Registry modules. Keep certifications current.
- Learn quickly, plan water exercise routines independently, and communicate clearly and confidently.
- Show professionalism, integrity, and discretion; welcome all participants. Experience serving diverse communities preferred.
Benefits
- Free 1 Parent Family Membership
- 8% Retirement for Vested Employees
- Paid Leave for All
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. 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.
## Posted Salary Range
USD $20.00 - USD $20.00 /Hr.