Group Fitness Instructor – Water Fitness – Kerr Family YMCA Position Available In Wake, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: The Kerr Family YMCA is seeking a Group Fitness Instructor for Water Fitness classes on alternating Saturdays from 8:00am-10:00am. The ideal candidate must hold a current nationally-accredited water fitness certification and be experienced in leading group classes to promote member wellness and engagement. Certification in group fitness instruction and CPR/AED is required, with the ability to effectively communicate and build relationships with diverse groups of people.
Job Description
Group Fitness Instructor – Water Fitness – Kerr Family
YMCA 3.9 3.9
out of 5 stars 2500 Wakefield Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Healthy Living Director, the Group Fitness Instructor leads group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement. They are responsible for managing these functions in accordance with the stated mission, goals, and policies established by the administrative staff, governing committees, and Board of Directors of the YMCA. Job Schedule (Days): Saturday Job Schedule (Time): 8:00am-10:00am
Alternating Saturdays Additional Information:
Must hold current certification in nationally-accredited water fitness certification.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals. Answers questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to healthy living. Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members. Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA. Keeps accurate class attendance records. Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations. Maintains regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required certifications: Basic Life Support/First Aid and Emergency Oxygen to be completed upon hire, national certification (ACE, NETA, AFAA, NASM) in group fitness instruction; or YMCA Foundations of Group Exercise certification. Certification in areas of expertise. At least one year of experience teaching group wellness classes preferred. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. Multi-lingual desired but not required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires corrected vision, speech, and hearing to normal range, or have special accommodations made of sufficient nature for completion of assigned tasks. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, as well as stand, walk, kneel, stoop, bend, and climb. Ability to conduct classes and activities. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
