Full-Time Aquatic & Land Fitness Instructor

Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay & Senior Options, LLC; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Day

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Paid Time Off (PTO) & 6 Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance + Scholarships

Employee Assistance Program

Legal/Identity Theft Protection Plans

Team Member Discounts

Career Growth & Leadership Development

Job summary

Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay in Virginia Beach, VA, seeks an experienced Exercise and Aquatic Specialist to lead a variety of land and water fitness classes and to assist the Aquatic and Fitness Coordinator with program planning.

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related field and CPR certification are required, with instructor certification preferred. Experience working with seniors is a plus. This is a full-time role with comprehensive benefits and a wellness-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Sports Medicine or Therapeutic Recreation.
• 1+ years of experience teaching land and aquatic classes.
• Certification as instructor/personal trainer (ACSM, NASM, NSCA, ACE, or similar).
• Current CPR certification and ability to perform lifesaving techniques.
• Familiarity with fitness equipment and safety protocols.
• Willingness to receive seasonal flu vaccine yearly (Oct - May).

Responsibilities

• Lead a variety of exercise classes: cardio, strength, dance, yoga, aqua fitness, balance, and seated.
• Design personalized training programs.
• Teach dance-based and modified movement classes.
• Assess and track residents' fitness levels and progress.
• Ensure pool and fitness room safety and cleanliness.
• Coordinate health education and wellness events.
• Engage residents across all levels of care.
• Promote participation and tracking engagement.
• Support community wellness through cross-department collaboration.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patience

Collaborative

CPR certification

Instructors certification

Ability to lead multiple classes

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Sports Medicine or Therapeutic Recreation

Certification as instructor/personal trainer (ACSM, NASM, NSCA, ACE, or similar)

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay in Virginia Beach, VA, seeks an experienced Exercise and Aquatic Specialist to lead a variety of land and water fitness classes and to assist the Aquatic and Fitness Coordinator with program planning.

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related field and CPR certification are required, with instructor certification preferred. Experience working with seniors is a plus. This is a full-time role with comprehensive benefits and a wellness-focused culture.