WSI certification Instructor (as-needed)

• HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a proven leader in providing fitness solutions that engage and connect people both on-site and online, to create a strong community of health.
• Our work focuses on creating meaningful connections with each of our participants to help them move forward.
• We foster each individual’s journey by creating communities of health within the organizations we serve – so that everyone is supported.
• As an employee of HealthFitness you will enjoy a variety of health and financial benefits and receive competitive pay.
• We provide personal and professional support, training and development and flexible employment opportunities.
• About the role HealthFitness is hiring a WSI Instructor at our client site located in Racine, Wisconsin.
• In this position, you will instruct a WSI certification course onsite from approximately 8/24-8/27.
• Run WSI certification courses on-site to certify candidates who will be hired to work on-site as Swim Instructors.
• Key Accountabilities Communicates promptly regarding teaching availability, class assignments, and class planning preparations.
• Plans and organizes personal class teaching outlines, methods and goals that support the general teaching outlines provided by the American Red Cross WSI program.
• Organizes and directs activities of assigned participants to provide a high level of quality instruction for all students.
• Supervising participants while they are practicing course skills and providing timely, positive, and corrective feedback as they learn.
• Evaluating participants as they perform skills, focusing on critical performance steps as described in the American Red Cross skill charts.
• Teaching course as designed -- following all course outlines, policies and procedures as noted in the instructor course documents.
• Creating a non-threatening environment that is conducive to achieving the learning objectives.
• Providing for the health and safety of participants by always ensuring: Manikins have been properly cleaned Course equipment is clean and in good working order Participants are aware of health precautions and guidelines concerning the transmission of infectious diseases All participants have the physical ability to perform the skills and know they can consult you if they have concerns about their physical ability to do so The classroom, aquatic facility, and all practice areas are free of hazards Works with supervisor on an on-going basis to upgrade, improve and refine individual teaching skills related to teaching effective American Red Cross courses.
• Communicating with the management team about any issues relating to the facilities, staff, or patrons.
• Minimum Requirements Current American Red Cross WSI Instructor Certification Ability to react to emergency situations by quick movements, strenuous activity, and on occasion assist or lift persons in distress of varying weights Able to interact with people of all ages in a positive manner Be dependable, alert, and adaptable Demonstrates top notch instruction and possess excellent motivational skills Applicants must meet hiring requirements including but not limited to pre-employment drug test.

Compensation

$35 - $40/hour. Pay is dependent on experience and qualifications.

Brand

HealthFitness HealthFitness is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our people and our business. We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We are looking for strategic thinkers, innovators, team players and leaders who align with our purpose of improving the health and wellbeing of those we serve. We’re a nationwide team of more than 2,400 professionals who believe in the power of health and fitness — and creating opportunities for others to believe as well. We are dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of those we serve and consider ourselves lucky to inspire, motivate and engage over 1 million participants across our 135 clients, from corporations to health systems to colleges and universities. We started in 1975 as Fitness Systems. Over the years we expanded our services and capabilities to offer injury prevention and treatment and wellness services, so that we can truly care for the whole person. Today, we are HealthFitness and we’re backed by Trustmark, a benefits company that has supported employers and their teams for more than 100 years.