Water Aerobics Instructor

　　Part Time • Charlotte

　　Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director the water aerobics instructor is responsible for instructing safe, effective and fun group exercise classes, as well as enhancing the quality of the program. Responsibilities include but not limited to:

　　Experience in teaching water aerobics

　　Must hold and maintain current nationally recognized certification in the type of class you are teaching.

　　Certification can be from any nationally accredited organization that certifies water aerobics.

　　Must be willing to teach a minimum of 2 regularly scheduled water aerobics classes per week.

　　Provide a safe and effective workout in the class format scheduled, in accordance with current accepted practices of exercise physiology.

　　Supervise and guide the participants through an age appropriate workout that incorporates appropriate warm-up, cardiovascular endurance, cool down, strength and flexibility. Be aware of the various abilities of the participants and potential problems associated with poor form.

　　Ability to motivate and inspire participants

　　Modify exercises to accommodate different fitness levels and abilities

　　Provide a safe aquatic environment by keeping workout area or entrance to pool area clear of free of obstacles. Responsible for cleaning, organizing and maintaining all equipment especially following class.

　　Reduce risk of injury by adhering to national safety guidelines.

　　Demonstrate variations or modifications to encourage participants to pace themselves, and keep movements pain free.

　　Know and follow emergency procedures as situations warrant

　　Act as a primary responder in case of injury, accident, or illness in the pool area and provides backup to lifeguard as needed in emergencies and crowd control.

　　Start and finish classes on time. If unable to teach a class, instructor will find a substitute to cover assigned classes.

　　Participate in staff activities (meetings, staff functions).

　　Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer/AED/Basic First Aid

　　Must maintain all appropriate certifications and provide copies of all certifications to aquatics director each year.

　　Excellent human relations and communication skills.

　　Team player (be willing to substitute teach for other instructors).

　　Walking, carrying, sitting, seeing, hearing, crouching, lifting (25lbs), pushing, kneeling, standing, and speaking.

　　Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The instructor may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

　　Compensation: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

　　Working at British Swim School is so much more than just a job...it’s an opportunity to leave a legacy that may transform a child’s life.

　　Since 1981, British Swim School has been offering swimming lessons for babies, children, and adults, focusing first on critical water survival skills needed to survive a water accident, then progressing to stroke development and more advanced skills. Dubbed as one of the fastest-growing franchises in the U.S. and Canada, we teach over 27,000 swimming lessons per week using our signature fun and gentle methods.

　　The British Swim School team is a nationwide franchise system of independent business owners who are dedicated to our mantra of ‘Survival of the Littlest’ for their local families.

　　Why join British Swim School?

　　Safe & happy work environment – where else might you get to sing at work?

　　Flexible work schedules and hours – making this a great role for students, parents and anyone with a busy lifestyle!

　　Rewarding job with competitive pay – all while making a true difference in your community!

　　Each franchise location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee (franchise owner). Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to British Swim School Corporate.