Water Aerobics Instructor

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

YMCA360 access

Paid sick leave

Job summary

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Water Aerobics Instructor to join the Pearl Street Family YMCA in Tacoma, WA. This role centers on creating a safe, positive atmosphere and guiding members through water fitness classes in line with YMCA standards and certifications.

Candidates with at least one year of related experience and current lifeguard/CPR/AED/First Aid certifications (preferred) are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• One year or more related experience preferred.
• Ability to pass Background and Reference checks.
• Ability to demonstrate water fitness skills per YMCA standards.
• Comfort in the water and strong safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Design and instruct water fitness classes per YMCA guidelines.
• Instruct classes for a range of skill levels.
• Prepare lesson plans and provide clear directions.
• Create a safe, engaging atmosphere and promote member safety.

Skills

Water fitness instruction

Safety awareness

Communication

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Lifeguard certification

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

AED certification

First Aid certification

Oxygen certification

Job description

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Water Aerobics Instructor to join our team.

The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

As a Water Aerobics Instructor you are responsible for creating a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with their certification and YMCA policies and procedures. Individuals in this role instruct water aerobics implementing professional standards and fitness guidelines: flexibility, strength, endurance, and cardiovascular conditioning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and instruct water fitness classes in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
• Instruct water fitness classes for a variety of skill levels.
• Prepare lesson plans.
• Give clear directions, cues, and demonstrations.
• Create a safe and positive atmosphere.
• Promote member safety and engagement.
• Help others improve flexibility, strength, endurance, and cardiovascular conditioning.

Are you a good fit?

• One year or more related experience preferred.
• I have previous experience working with adults and diverse populations.
• I am able to demonstrate water fitness skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• I am confident in the water.
• I have current Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen certifications (preferred).
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

Wage: $18.67 to $20.67 per hour, depending on experience

Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location: Pearl Street Family YMCA, Tacoma, WA

Benefits:

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• Willamette Dental Plan
• VSP Vision Plan

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled.