Water Fitness Instructor

Company: YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago
Location: Chicago
Posted on: November 20, 2023

Job Description:

Description Earn a $300 sign-on bonus upon achievement of your lifeguard certification, provided you are an active employee working as a lifeguard or swim instructor at the time of payout. Earn another $300 retention bonus after 6 months of employment as a Lifeguard or Swim Instructor.
The McCormick YMCA is hiring multiple part time Water Fitness Instructors!
As a Water Fitness Instructor
you will:

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• Lead water fitness classes with a personalized approach
  
• Prepares progressive exercise plans for program participants
  
• Gives clear explanations of safe exercises and demonstrates correct form and provides safe alternate exercises
  
• Sets up facility or equipment
  
• In case of injury, accident, or illness in pool area and provides backup to lifeguards as needed in emergencies
  
• Reports injuries and completes required procedures
  
• Maintains current certifications
  
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  Requirements:
  
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  • Must have current Water Fitness certification
    
  • Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aide effectively
    
    Child Abuse Prevention
    Supports the YMCA's commitment to child abuse prevention by:
    
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    • Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
      
    • Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
      
    • Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
      
    • Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
      

Keywords: YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, Chicago , Water Fitness Instructor, Education / Teaching , Chicago, Illinois