Salary: $25.00 - $31.75 Hourly

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The Jamaica YMCA is seeking a Water Fitness Instructor who will display outstanding customer service, demonstrate YMCA Values, and have an understanding of the YMCA Mission. The Water Fitness Instructor will conduct safe, fun, dynamic, and effective water fitness classes based on the YMCA of Greater New York’s Healthy Lifestyles and Aquatic Safety Standards and Guidelines.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a high degree of member service through a professional relationship with the members regarding their needs, concerns, and questions about the YMCA, its programs, and mission.

• Have a thorough knowledge of branch emergency procedures and take appropriate action for Aquatics Department emergencies.

• Instruct safe and effective water fitness classes that meet the needs of all participants, modifying routines as necessary according to the fitness level of class participants.

• Be prepared to teach in the water and on deck.

• Incorporate different types of equipment and creative choreography into class.

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, and their relationship to the development of water fitness instruction.

• Understand the physics of water resistance and its effects on participant movement.

• Maintain required personal certifications.

• Be up to date on current Health & Wellness/Aquatics programs and trends.

• Notify the supervisor and find appropriate coverage for class due to illness or emergency.

• Responsible for being on time and in uniform (swimsuit, ID, etc.) for all scheduled classes.

• Maintain attendance records of classes.

• Attend training opportunities necessary for the position.

• Actively participate in training sessions and designated meetings.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Experience in a related field required.

• Current CPR/AED certifications.

• YMCA Water Safety Instructor certification or equivalent.

• YMCA Group Exercise Instructor certification or equivalent.

• Must obtain the Y Aquatics Safety Assistant certification within ninety (90) days of hire, or have a lifeguard certification. 

• YMCA Aquatic Program Instructor certifications are a plus.

• Knowledge of YMCA Principles of Health & Fitness, Working with Older Adults, Older Adult Water Fitness Instructor, and the Arthritis Foundation. 

• Excellent customer service and communications skills.

• Must be available to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits:
The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

How to Apply:
If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.