Aqua Instructor

City of Minnetonka, MN; Minnetonka Mills (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Minnetonka, MN seeks energetic aquatic instructors to deliver safe swimming instruction and foster an inclusive learning environment under the Fitness Coordinator.

Part-time role (1–6 hours/week) involves educating participants, maintaining equipment, attending staff meetings, and communicating professionally by phone and email. Strong customer service, calmness in emergencies, and current certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Current Aqua Fitness Certification from a nationally accredited organization (AFAA, ACE, ASFA, AEA).
• Current CPR Certification (ARC or AHA).
• Ability to remain calm in emergencies, communicate quickly and effectively, and provide emergency response.
• Strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper use and general care of The Marsh/Williston's aqua exercise props and audio equipment, providing for their safe and efficient operation.
• Educate participants on proper swim techniques, promote swimmer safety, and teach new skills.
• Adapt teaching approaches to the age, experience, and ability of participants to meet level objectives.
• Assist participants in achieving their fitness goals.
• Demonstrate professionalism in all forms of communication, including in-person and email interactions.
• Be punctual, organized, approachable, and energetic.
• Complete required forms related to injuries, complaints, or requests occurring during class.
• Attend required staff meetings and training.

Skills

Aqua fitness

Customer service

Emergency communication

Education

Aqua Fitness Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Do you love the water? Do you enjoy teaching? We are seeking ambitious, energetic, water-oriented individuals with a strong service attitude. Aquatic instructors not only get paid to have fun, but also have the opportunity to make a difference by creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment while providing safe swimming instruction. By being a part of our program, you will develop highly sought-after professional skills. Aquatic instructors work under the direction of the Fitness Coordinator.

Part-Time Hours - (1–6 hours/week)

• Ensure proper use and general care of The Marsh/Williston's aqua exercise props and audio equipment, providing for their safe and efficient operation.
• Educate participants on proper swim techniques, promote swimmer safety, and teach new skills.
• Adapt teaching approaches to the age, experience, and ability of participants to meet level objectives.
• Assist participants in achieving their fitness goals.
• Demonstrate professionalism in all forms of communication, including in-person and email interactions.
• Be punctual, organized, approachable, and energetic.
• Complete required forms related to injuries, complaints, or requests occurring during class.
• Attend required staff meetings and training.

• Current Aqua Fitness Certification from a nationally accredited organization (AFAA, ACE, ASFA, AEA).
• Current CPR Certification (ARC or AHA).
• Ability to remain calm in emergencies, communicate quickly and effectively, and provide emergency response.
• Strong customer service skills.