Water Aerobics Instructor at Capital District YMCA in Albany, New York

Job Description:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading charity committed to strengthening community. Implements and facilitates aqua wellness 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.

 

REQUIREMENTS:

1. BA/BS in Physical Ed., Recreation, Sports Mgt., or a related field or equivalent experience preferred.


2. Must be able to swim.


3. 
   

   AEA certification and/or a primary Group Ex certification with CECs in Aqua Fitness along with CPR/AED.

   
   

Hourly Rate: $19.85 

Free Y Membership

403 (b) saving account

Experience

Required

• 1 - 2 years: Previous experience teaching group exercise classes.

Education

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in Sport Management or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• First Aid


• Aqua Wellness Instructor


• CPR

Skills

Required

• Problem Solving


• Communication


• Organizational


• Work in diverse community

Behaviors

Required

• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them


• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest


• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking


• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject


• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well


• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Required

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks


• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work


• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals


• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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