Aqua Fitness Instructor

Overview:

The Aqua Fitness Instructor is a seasonal position. We offer competitive compensation, and PTO for seasonal employees.

Job Purpose:

Under direction of the Swim Coordinator, the Aqua Fitness Instructor is responsible for conducting a safe and effective aqua exercise class(es) for the patrons of the Park District of Oak Park.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct and lead a fun and effective aqua group exercise class, which include proper warm-up, stretching, cardio, resistance training, and cool-down.
• Arrive to class early to set up for class and be prepared to deliver a successful class.
• Responsible for making sure all equipment is put away properly and in an orderly fashion.
• Be available before or after class if participants have a question about the class or a particular exercise.
• Make any necessary adjustments to exercises to insure a safe and effective class.
• Become familiar with participants.
• Perform job safely and in compliance with District safety rules and procedures.
• Communicate and enforce Park District rules and policies.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive public image by addressing questions and concerns from staff, patrons, participants, and parents immediately. Contact and ask for assistance from supervisor or other Park District staff when necessary.
• Communicate any program/patron concerns, questions, or changes to Aquatic Program Supervisor, as soon as possible. If there is an immediate concern notify the Facility Attendant on duty (in the absence of the Program Supervisor).
• Report maintenance needs to supervisor; follow-up on status with supervisor and/or maintenance supervisor.
• Complete accident and incident reports and report any issues to supervisor.

Additional Functions:

• Attend staff meetings and trainings as specified.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or other Park District administrative personnel.
• Must maintain current industry certifications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Work Experience Required:

• Must have previous education or experience in teaching aquatic group exercise classes.
• Current national certification as an aqua fitness instructor and/or group exercise instructor.
• Knowledgeable in health and fitness field.
• Must have the ability to solve problems as they arise and be able to perform tasks without supervision.
• Must be highly motivated and able to assume a positive and active role in the park, even while working under potentially stressful conditions (hot or cold weather, upset or injured participants, etc.)
• Must have the ability to enforce park district rules and make sound decisions in order to secure the safety and well-being of all park visitors, facilities, and equipment.
• Must be able to complete required Park District trainings.
• Certification in advanced Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within 1 month of employment and keep certification current. The District provides this training.

Recommended:

• Certification in additional group fitness formats such as Zumba, Les Mills Body Pump or other.

Word Environment, Physical Demands and Considerations:

• Frequently standing, jumping, squatting, lunging, walking, jogging, lifting, stretching and balancing.
• Occasionally sitting, kneeling, crawling.
• Work requires repetitive movements of various types of strength training equipment. May also require handling an average weight (up to 30lbs) of materials or equipment. Must be able to lift up to 30lbs.
• Classes take place in outdoor pool(s) during the summer months.
• May be exposed to inclement weather outdoors including heat, humidity, cold, rain, and wind.
• Instructor is exposed to the sun for extended periods.
• Must be able to respond to problem situations in a mature manner and within the policies and procedures of the Park District of Oak Park.
• Ability to work independently without constant supervision.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and/or written instructions efficiently and effectively and to read printed material.
• Ability to interact and communicate well with others.
• Ability to interpret and explain District policies and procedures.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and exercise judgment in all aspects of responsibility.
• Ability to resolve conflict safely, calmly and effectively.

Customers:

Internal: Employees of Park District; Board of Park Commissioners

External: Patrons of Park District of Oak Park; residents of Oak Park, WSSRA, Partner Organizations including governmental and non-profit groups, and the Oak Park Business Community

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, functions or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, functions, activities or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

The Park District of Oak Park is an equal opportunity employer!