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Aquatics Fitness Instructor - East Valley

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Part TimeOn Site0-2 yrs$25 - $37 / HOURPosted 1 month ago

Location

San Jose, California

Salary

$25 - $37 / HOUR

Quick overview

Lead safe and energizing group aquatic fitness classes while building a welcoming community for participants of all skill levels. Support members in achieving health goals and maintain accurate attendance records in accordance with YMCA policies.

Requirements summary

Requires national certification in group fitness (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) or YMCA equivalent, along with CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications. One year of experience teaching group wellness classes is preferred.

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Job description

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Instructs group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that welcomes people of all skill and fitness levels. Effectively builds community within the class. Modifies class as needed to meet varied health, ability and cultural needs.

Salary Range

$25.00 - $37.00/hour

Essential functions

  • Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
  • Asks and answers questions from program participants and members to support them in achieving their goals related to health and well-being.
  • Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
  • Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members and program participants connect with each other and the YMCA.
  • Observes and adjusts approach to support all participants' capabilities, physical conditions, health, and culture.
  • Celebrates achievement of program participants related to program or personal goals, mastering of specific skills or overall health and well-being.
  • Keeps accurate class attendance records.
  • Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
  • Attends all staff meetings.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical demands

  • Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
  • Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills.
  • Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Ability to climb, push, and pull.
  • Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds.

Qualifications

  • Required certifications: CPR, First Aid, AED, national certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise certification.
  • Certification in areas of expertise.
  • YMCA Healthy Lifestyles certification within 60 days of hire.

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The YMCA is a nonprofit, charitable membership organization based on Christian principles dedicated to improving the quality of life in our community. The YMCA of Youngstown consists of the Central Y in downtown Youngstown, the Davis Family Y in Boardman, Ohio, and Camp Fitch Y,...

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  • Orientation to Healthy Living at the Y, Foundations of Listen First, Principles of Member Health & Wellness Group Exercise at the Y and Foundations of Group Exercise at the Y (or equivalent certification with another organization) (within 6 months of hire).
  • At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred.
  • YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader)

    Change Leadership

    Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the good of the organization and/or community.

    Engaging Community

    Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y's work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.

    Philanthropy

    Secures resources and support to advance the Y's work.

    Volunteerism

    Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility at all levels of the organization.

    Collaboration

    Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.

    Communication & Influence

    Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y's cause.

    Inclusion

    Values all people for their ubique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.

    Critical Thinking & Decision Making

    Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgement.

    Fiscal Management

    Manages the Y's resources responsibly and sustains the Y's nonprofit business model.

    Functional Expertise

    Executes superior technical skills for the role.

    Innovation

    Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y's work and impact in the community.

    Program/Project Management

    Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.

    Developing Self & Others

    Develops self and supports others (e.g.: staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.

    Emotional Maturity

    Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.

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