Aquatics Fitness Instructor PT

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Columbus, OH  43209

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Make a Splash. Move Your Community.

Part-Time | Flexible Days and Times | $20–$30 per hour

Agency Expectations:

• To ensure the highest quality of programs and services and possess a working knowledge of agency programs and services.
• To represent the agency and provide the highest quality of customer service to individuals and groups with whom you come into contact.
• To welcome, thank and engage JCC members and guests on a daily basis.
• To treat fellow staff with respect.
• To adhere to all policies and practices provided in the employee handbook.
• Wear a JCC Staff ID badge and attend appropriate staff meetings.

Position Summary:

Love helping people feel strong, confident, and energized in the water? Come lead a class that members look forward to all week. At the JCC, water fitness is a welcoming, high-energy part of our community’s wellness. As a Water Fitness Instructor, you will teach engaging classes for members of all ages and abilities, keeping every session safe, effective, and fun.

Want a schedule that works for your life? Days, times, and hours are flexible. Bring your certification and your enthusiasm, and join a supportive Aquatics team that values great instruction.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Class Instruction

• Teach scheduled water fitness classes, starting and finishing on time.
• Provide a complete workout, including adequate warm-up, exercise, stretching, and cool down.
• Instruct classes in deep or shallow water for all ages and abilities.
• Make use of teaching aids and equipment to keep classes varied and effective.

Safety

• Provide a safe environment for all participants at all times.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures set forth in the JCC Aquatics Manual.
• Report problems to the Aquatics Director or Recreation & Wellness Director immediately.

Member Experience

• Monitor participants’ progress and educate them on fitness and safety.
• Maintain good communication with members and participants, including any changes to the class schedule.
• Maintain a professional, positive attitude and an enjoyable atmosphere for every class.

Planning and Teamwork

• Complete necessary planning and paperwork, including keeping class attendance.
• Attend all staff and evaluation meetings as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Work is performed in and around an indoor pool, both on the pool deck and in the water.
• Regularly stands, walks, demonstrates exercises, and spends extended periods in the water.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, including moving classroom equipment and teaching aids.
• Exposure to a warm, humid environment, wet surfaces, and pool chemicals; follows all safety procedures at all times.
• Part-time schedule with flexible days and times. Hours are recorded in Paycom.

What We Offer:

• Pay: $20 to $30 per hour, depending on certification and experience
• Flexible schedule: Part-time hours with flexible days and times
• Free JCC membership
• A supportive Aquatics Director and a team that values collaboration

Ready to dive in?  Apply today and help our members move, connect, and thrive in a community that feels like family.

Qualifications

1. Knowledge and Education – Minimum Required or Preferred: Water Fitness Certification, standard First Aid training, and CPR required.
2. Experience – Minimum Required or Preferred: Experience teaching water fitness classes.
3. Special Skills: Ability to work with people of all ages; ability to lift 50 pounds; positive, energetic attitude and strong communication skills.