Aqua Instructor

Job in DeKalb, DeKalb County, Illinois, 60115, USA

Listing for: Power Wellness

Part Time position
Listed on 2026-06-18

Job specializations:

Education / Teaching
Exercise Science / Kinesiology
Sports/Fitness/Wellness
Health / Fitness / Gym / Pilates, Exercise Science / Kinesiology

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 22.5 - 25 USD Hourly USD 22.50 25.00 HOUR

Kishwaukee Health & Wellness Center
626 Bethany Road, DeKalb, Illinois, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Position Title: Aqua Instructor
Location: Kishwaukee Health & Wellness Center
Type: Part time -$22.50 to 25.00 per hour

The Aqua Instructor is responsible for teaching aquatic exercise classes in a professional and safe manner to the members and guests of the center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teach classes as scheduled, providing modifications to accommodate varying fitness levels.

Teach within standard guidelines of specialty certifications.

Understand contraindicated exercises and provide a safe and effective approach to exercise.

Maintain industry certification in good standing and meet continuing education requirements.

Ensure arrival time allows for proper set up so that class begins on time, ends on time and that area is cleaned up after class.

Demonstrate accountability to schedule by avoiding missed classes and seek substitute instructors in advance.

Provide a fun and engaging experience for the participants.

Be flexible and accommodating as it relates to center hours and work schedules.

Meet all safety requirements and certifications necessary to perform job duties.

Demonstrate complete knowledge of emergency and safety procedures and confidence communicating with EMS.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED preferred.
Minimum 2 years of experience in group class instruction, teaching a variety of styles, levels and population preferred.
CPR/AED certification required within 90 days of hire (provided by Power Wellness).
A group exercise instructor certification preferred. Preferably an NCCA accredited certification.
Certification for some specialty group exercise class instruction is required.
Must possess excellent inter‑personal and communication skills, and the ability to work with members in a positive, service‑based manner.
Ability to multi‑task and maintain a controlled and professional demeanor.

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