YMCA of Greater Kansas City·Parkville, Missouri
The instructor is responsible for leading high-energy Aqua Zumba classes while ensuring participant safety and adherence to YMCA guidelines. They also assist in promoting fitness programs, tracking attendance, and maintaining a clean and safe pool environment.
The YMCA of Greater Kansas City is seeking an energetic Aquatics Zumba Instructor to lead Aqua Zumba classes that combine the Zumba dance-fitness format with the low-impact resistance of water.
This role brings high-energy choreography and music to the pool, creating a fun, inclusive workout that builds cardiovascular endurance and strength while reducing joint strain for participants of all fitness levels and abilities.
The instructor plays a key role in fostering community and encouraging healthy, active lifestyles through group exercise in the water.
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We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Must be 18 years of age. Minimum one year teaching experience. American Safety and Health Institute certifications: Current First Aid. Current CPRPro (includes AED) Current Emergency Oxygen. Able to relate and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess a minimum of one year of teaching experience. Required certifications include current First Aid, CPRPro with AED, and Emergency Oxygen.
Market context
In Missouri, classroom teacher roles in early childhood settings are typically driven by ongoing demand for educators with infant-toddler experience and formal training in Early Childhood Education or a related field. These positions can be competitive because Montessori preparation and hands-on experience with children ages 0-3 are often required, along with standard benefits such as health, dental, vision, paid holidays, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your Montessori credentials and age-group experience before applying.
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