Water Aerobics Instructor

Water Aerobics Instructor, 

Alaska Pacific University / Moseley Sports Center

6 hours per week over lunch time hours on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.  

Seeking motivated and postitive instructor with a good play list to keep our loyal participants moving and having fun! 

Salt water pool and oppurtnities to join our swim lessons programs if desired.  

Job Discription: 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

1. Provide aerobic instruction.

2. Monitor and educate patrons on fitness and safety.

3. Demonstrate proper technique, understand muscle groups, and safe workout practices.

4. Adapt the exercise for different fitness levels.

5. Maintain a positive and inclusive environment. 

KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS 

 1. Strong working knowledge of swimming and pool programs and the accompanying

rules, regulations, and safety precautions.

2. Ability to teach aerobics and maintain a safe and positive swimming environment.

3. Ability to communicate well and to work cooperatively with the public and coworkers.

4. Ability to treat all patrons equally and with fairness, and able to work with patrons

who may be at risk or may have special needs.

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION:

High School Diploma or GED

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION

Non-Supervisory: 

1. In lieu of certification, a minimum of one year of swimming instruction experience may

be acceptable at the pool manager’s discretion.

2. CPR/AED for the professional rescuer preferred. 

MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION: 

Certification from a recognized fitness association (e.g., ASFA Water Aerobics Instructor certification or AEA Aquatic Fitness Professional Certification), with ongoing renewal/recertification obligations.

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The following demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  The position requires standing, walking, sitting, reaching with hands and arms, climbing stairs, balancing, or kneeling. The employee must be able to lift and/or carry boxes & packages weighing up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to the prevailing weather conditions at the time.