Personalized Water Fitness Instructor (Part-Time)

Ymca-of-Metropolitan-Chicag; Lindenhurst (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

403(b) plan

Professional development

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Hastings Lake YMCA in Lindenhurst, IL is seeking a Water Fitness Instructor to lead engaging water classes, develop progressive exercise plans, ensure participant safety, and assist with facility setup. You will respond to emergencies, provide backup to lifeguards, and maintain current certifications.

This part‑time role includes competitive pay, a benefits package with health, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must hold current Water Fitness certification.
• CPR and First Aid knowledge to respond to emergencies.
• Ability to lead water fitness classes and develop progressive plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead water fitness classes with a personalized approach.
• Prepares progressive exercise plans for participants.
• Gives clear explanations of safe exercises and demonstrates proper form.
• Sets up facility or equipment.
• In case of injury, accident, or illness in pool area and provides backup to lifeguards in emergencies.
• Reports injuries and completes required procedures.
• Maintains current certifications.

Skills

Water Fitness

Emergency response

CPR awareness

Education

Water Fitness certification

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Hastings Lake YMCA in Lindenhurst, IL is seeking a Water Fitness Instructor to lead engaging water classes, develop progressive exercise plans, ensure participant safety, and assist with facility setup. You will respond to emergencies, provide backup to lifeguards, and maintain current certifications.

This part‑time role includes competitive pay, a benefits package with health, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.