Aqua Aerobics Instructor

White Water Canyon Park; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complementary membership to Fitness,Re

Job summary

The Tinley Park-Park District is seeking an Aqua Aerobics Instructor to design, prepare, and deliver open-format group aqua aerobics classes at Tinley Fitness. Under the supervision of the Fitness Manager, you will create safe, engaging workouts for a diverse participant base.

Applicants must hold a current nationally recognized certification (Aqua Aerobics preferred) and CPR/AED. Prior group fitness experience is preferred, with strong communication skills to foster a welcoming class

Qualifications

• Certification from a nationally recognized fitness organization (e.g., IE AEA, SCW) is required.
• CPR/AED certification or ability to gain CPR certification is required.
• Previous experience teaching group fitness classes is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential to foster a positive class environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, prepare, and deliver open-format aqua aerobics classes.
• Ensure safety and effectiveness of workouts for a diverse participant base.
• Work under the supervision of the Fitness Manager to tailor sessions and manage class flow.

Skills

Group fitness instruction

Communication

Motivation/leadership

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Aqua Aerobics Instructor

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Aqua Aerobics Instructor is responsible for the design, preparation, and delivery of open-format group aqua aerobics classes. Under the supervision of the Fitness Manager, the instructor will create engaging, safe, and effective workouts tailored to a diverse participant base. This role requires current certification from a nationally recognized fitness organization, with a strong preference for credentials in Aqua Aerobics instruction.

LOCATION:

Tinley Fitness, a facility of the Tinley Park-Park District, 8125 W. 171st Street, Tinley Park, Illinois

QUALIFICATIONS:

• The ideal candidate will hold and maintain certification from a nationally recognized fitness organization such as IE AEA, SCW or equivalent certification programs.
• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CPR/AED certification or ability to gain CPR certification is also required.
• Previous experience teaching group fitness classes is preferred, demonstrating the ability to lead and motivate participants effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential to foster a positive and inclusive class environment.

INCENTIVES:

This is a year-round, part-time position with the ability to substitute for other instructors as needed. Flexible availability is preferred.

• Pay rate begins at $24.00 per hour DOQ
• Qualifies for a complementary membership to the Fitness Center, Recreation Center, Water Park, and Dog Park

ABOUT US:

The Tinley Park-Park District is an award-winning public agency that provides its 55,000 residents with a wide variety of recreation facilities, programs, events, parks, and open spaces. The Park District maintains over 40 parks, 33 ball fields, and several facilities which include the Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, Tinley Fitness, White Water Canyon Water Park, Canine Campus Dog Park, Tinley Junction Miniature Golf & Batting Cages, Vogt Visual Arts Center, and the Tinley Park Performing Arts Center.

CLOSING DATE:

Position is open until filled.