Job Description

AQUATIC GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Join Our Team at Ascent Mountain Fitness!

Ascent Mountain Fitness is a busy wellness center in Hope, ID offering integrative health services, including physical therapy, massage therapy, personal training, group fitness classes, and nutrition counseling. We are a full service facility with an indoor pool, sauna & steam rooms, indoor & outdoor spas, indoor & outdoor tennis & pickle ball and indoor basketball. We are looking for a passionate and skilled water aerobics instructor to join our team. There is long term growth potential for an instructor who is consistent, reliable and versatile.

MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK EVENINGS AND SATURDAY

Position Summary:

To give instruction to all ages and levels in any area of Aquatic exercise. Design instructional programs and demonstrate proper techniques and styling to all levels of participants.

Duties and Responsibilities

Instruct with sound principles in the area of group exercise. Ability to teach beginners through advanced learners in the area of group exercise. Ability to speak and communicate before both small and large groups of people with poise and enthusiasm. Provide individual guidelines for development in the area of group exercise. Critique and give feedback to participants regarding their work and performance level. Create, teach, demonstrate and implement planned practices suitable for children and adults of all ages and abilities. Knowledge of safety precautions needed and ability to ensure compliance/ adherence by all class members. Maintain a safe working environment; report all harmful problems with facilities to proper supervisor. Generate legible and accurate accident and incident reports as required and immediately rectify or notify appropriate personnel of all accidents or potentially unsafe conditions. Follow and adhere to Ascent Mountain Fitness Policies and Procedures Provide a safe, fun and enjoyable learning environment for all participants. Maintain an open communication with direct supervisor in regard to scheduling and coaching. Maintain a professional demeanor and attitude with children, patrons, customers, staff and upper management. Be on time and prepared to teach your class. Help facilitate equality and fairness among all participants. Adhere to all Protecting the Mission Policies and Procedures as established by The Salvation Army. Perform other duties as assigned.

General Qualifications and Proficiencies

At least 1 year of prior experience teaching or working in the area of instruction specified; preferred. Must have prior to start of employment unless otherwise noted and must maintain current certification in the following. Aquatic Exercise Association certification within 1 year of employment. First Aid/CPR/AED certification within the first 90 days of employment. Must have strong organizational skills and abilities. Must be able to demonstrate various skills in the area of instruction specified. Must have ability to work and relate well with people.

Experience

Preferred 1 year(s): Must acquire within 1yr of employment: Aquatic Exercise Association certification 1 year(s): 1yr teaching or working in area of instruction preferred

Education

Preferred High School or Equivalent or better

Skills

Preferred CPR/AED

Benefits

Employee discount Flexible schedule Gym membership Professional development assistance
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Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6 - 15 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location: In person