YMCA of San Diego is hiring: Water Exercise Instructor - Mission Valley in San Diego

Responsibilities: Leads safe and effective water exercise classes by demonstrating proper form and technique using clear verbal and visual cues; ensures appropriate music is played at a volume compliant with facility standards Creates a welcoming environment by greeting participants, learning names, and providing appropriate modifications to meet diverse fitness levels Ensures participant safety by monitoring and correcting techniques and maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free pool deck and workout area Effectively utilizes scheduled class time to deliver a well-structured and engaging workout experience; maintains a high level of punctuality, reliability, and professional conduct as a representative of the YMCA Properly sets up and breakdowns class equipment within the allotted timeframe Fosters a sense of community by developing positive relationships and supporting members in reaching their Health & Wellness goals Strictly adheres to Y Group Exercise Class Guidelines and organizational policies Complete all required administrative tasks, including attendance tracking and incident reporting, as necessary Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: Current Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA) Water Exercise certification OR, Current NCCA-accredited certification in Group Exercise or Personal Training WITH a water exercise specialty certification (e, e.g, S’Wet, Water in Motion, Aqua Zumba, La Blast Splash, FiTOUR Aqua, ACE: WaterFit S.W.E.A.T.) Strong communication skills and the capability to work with members of all fitness levels and abilities Knowledge of fitness principles and practical applications required Licensing, state law and our government funders require that staff within YMCA of San Diego County be fingerprinted, prior to reporting to work, and includesubsequentarrest notifications CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, obtained within30 daysofhireand must be from one of the following certifying organizations: American Red Cross American Heart Association American Safety & Health InstituteYMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego CountyOffice of Labor Standards and Enforcement. Pay RangeUSD $22.64 - USD $27.17 /Hr.