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Aquatic Fitness/Swim Instructor (Contractual)

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) · Baltimore, MD · 4 mo ago
Education$25.39/hrContract

Responsibilities

  • Develop safe and effective aquatic exercise classes for groups in various fitness levels.
  • Responsible for instructing all swim lesson and/or aquatic fitness participants.
  • Plan routines, select music, and choose appropriate movements for various muscles.
  • Offer useful, tactful, and safe advice to individuals regarding their class participation and/or use of equipment.
  • Provide safe and effective instruction of equipment used during class.
  • Conduct consultations as needed and assess the training need-basis of each participant.
  • Conduct equipment orientations and maintain fitness equipment as needed.
  • Seek client feedback continuously.
  • Maintain the safety of the participant in aquatic classes.
  • Maintain and record participant information and data.
  • Act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor's degree
  • Other: A minimum of 50 instructional hours/qualified teaching time required. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Must pass background check.

Qualifications

  • Ability to apply basic analytical skills;
  • To operate manual and automated office equipment, personal computers, and spreadsheet software to input data;
  • To communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
  • To prepare and present working papers and supporting documentation.
  • Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
  • Knowledge of and the ability to demonstrate skills in swim lessons instruction.
  • Ability to demonstrate skills as required for class content and use teaching aids such as kickboards, flotation devices, etc...
  • Ability to work independently and possess energy and enthusiasm.
  • CPR and AED certified or willingness to obtain.

Benefits

This position is a non-benefited, Contingent Category I Contractual position; Mostly weekday with evening and weekend work required.

Pay

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience and certification

Schedule

Variable

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