Water Fitness Instructor - Part-Time

About the role

This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration.

Core Values

We LOVE DeSoto L- We lift up our communityO- We take ownership of our collective performanceV- We value and respect all employeesE- We empower employees to grow

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and instructs water fitness classes.
• Maintains class attendance and course records.
• Sets up and breaks down equipment for each class.
• Promotes public relations with facility users by receiving and responding to their questions.
• Performs general housekeeping practices in the aquatic facility.
• Ensures the safety of class participants.
• Maintains current certifications.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent; or equivalent training, education, and/or experience;
• A valid Driver’s License;
• One or more years of experience working with clients in one-on-one training or small group training at a private or public health and fitness facility;
• A reliable source of transportation.

Position Requirements

• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work schedule is essential.
• The job description above covers the main duties of this position. Please note that as a team member, there may be additional responsibilities that are required to meet the ongoing needs of the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supplemental Information

• Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing;
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials.

Skills

• Swimming.
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• First aid.
• Current instruction techniques;
• Current water aerobics techniques.

Required Question

• Do you have a valid Driver's License with a good driving record? Yes No
• Are you available to work nights, weekends and holidays as required? Yes No
• Do you have a current American Red Cross CPR/AED and Standard First Aid certification? Yes No
• Do you have at least one (1) year of experience working with clients in one-on-one training or small group training at a private or public health and fitness facility? Yes No
• Do you have a current Water Fitness Instructor certification, AEA (Aquatic Exercise Association), ACE (American Council on Exercise), ASFA (American Sports and Fitness Association) Certification? Yes No

Benefits

No benefits available for this position.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

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