Aquatic Fitness Instructor

The YMCA of Greater Erie is looking to hire a part‑time Aquatic Fitness Instructor for our wellness program held at the Edinboro Legion Pool through the YMCA. Are you creative, energetic, and fun‑loving? Do you love the water and fitness? If so, please read on!

This position pays $/hour
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As an Aquatic Fitness Instructor at our Edinboro location, you assist members in making a healthy lifestyle change and build self‑esteem through water fitness. Always alert around water, you provide personal attention, support and motivation.

You are friendly and patient as you ensure the safety of participants and employees at all times. You lead water fitness classes with enthusiasm and motivate members to commit to long‑term participation in your classes.

You implement fitness class plans based on participant abilities and keep the area clean and in order. You are also conscientious about keeping records up to date and accurate and ensuring compliance with YMCA standards and government regulations. As someone who loves your job, you happily attend and participate in all training opportunities and program activities.

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification or obtain within 60 days of hire
• Experience as an instructor or participant in aquatic exercise classes
• Love for water fitness

Are you a people person who especially enjoys interacting with people around the pool? Are you patient and able to remain calm when stressed? Do you enjoy helping people progress on their fitness journey? If so, you might just be perfect for this Aquatic Fitness Instructor position!

This typical schedule for this part‑time position is 3‑4 hours per week. Classes held Mon/Wed/Fri mornings at the Edinboro Legion Pool through the YMCA.

We are a nonprofit organization with a focus on healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development. Our cause is to strengthen the community. We serve a diverse population of men, women, and children with an emphasis on families. Our membership is 21 million strong and spread across more than 2,600 Y associations nationwide. Here, locally, our four membership branches, outdoor recreation center, nine early and school‑age education program centers, and community outreach programs serve more than 35,000.

Working for us means you'll enjoy a great work‑life balance and be treated with respect
. We offer competitive wage and benefit packages for full and part‑time employees
. We truly believe that the YMCA is for all people, and that shows in our staffing. Here, you will be able to put your experiences, abilities, and energy to work as you impact the lives of those around you
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Some of the benefits that we offer, depending on your position and schedule, include health & dental insurance, disability and life insurance, a funded retirement plan, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), a free YMCA membership, discounted program fees including childcare, and a flexible work schedule. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you to use and expand your water fitness knowledge, apply today!

If you feel that you would be right for this part‑time position, please fill out our initial 3‑minute, mobile‑friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!