Water Aerobics Instructor

Job description

Make a Splash While Making a Difference!

Sun City Lincoln Hills is seeking an energetic, certified Water Aerobics Instructor to lead engaging aquatic fitness classes for our active adult community. The ideal candidate is passionate about health and wellness, enjoys motivating others, and is committed to providing a safe, fun, and welcoming fitness environment for residents.

Responsibilities
Group Exercise Programming
• Lead water aerobics and aquatic fitness classes in a safe, effective, and
engaging manner.
• Create, implement, and update classes using accepted group fitness techniques
and formats.
• Teach classes according to the advertised description and fitness level.
• Incorporate appropriate fitness components, including warm-up, aerobic
conditioning, flexibility training, and cool-down activities.
• Provide exceptional customer service to residents.
• Demonstrate knowledge of a variety of group fitness formats.
• Set up and clean up equipment before and after classes.
• Arrive at least 5 minutes before class to welcome residents and prepare the
class area.
• Participate in department promotions, events, and meetings as needed.
• Maintain minimum attendance requirements for assigned classes.
• Secure a qualified substitute instructor when unable to teach a scheduled class
using department software.
• Wear a microphone during class when required.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Administrative and Communication Duties
• Communicate safety concerns and incidents to management.
• Report equipment needing repair or replacement.
• Notify management of issues with sound systems, microphones, or hearing
assistance devices.
• Maintain current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• Respond appropriately during emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications
Education and Certifications
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Group Fitness Certification from a nationally recognized organization
(ACE, NASM, ACSM, or equivalent) required.
• Water Aerobics certification preferred.
• Current Adult CPR/AED Certification required.
• Current Shallow Water Lifeguard Certification required.
• Ability to maintain all required certifications throughout employment.


Professional Qualifications
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, professional, and courteous.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, coworkers, and management.
• Detail-oriented, punctual, and self-motivated.
• Ability to foster a positive and encouraging class environment.
• Professional appearance and appropriate fitness attire.

Leadership Attributes
• Takes ownership of responsibilities and follows through on commitments.
• Demonstrates professionalism, honesty, and integrity.
• Remains flexible and solution-oriented when priorities change.
• Provides exceptional service with a positive and welcoming attitude.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift/carry up to 45 pounds.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, coworkers, and
management in both verbal and written forms.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and
holidays as needed.
• Must be comfortable working in indoor and outdoor aquatic environments,
including exposure to varying weather conditions, humidity, and pool chemicals.
• Ability to remain professional, positive, and effective while managing multiple
responsibilities, interruptions, and changing priorities in a fast-paced
environment.

Why Join Sun City Lincoln Hills?
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to inspire and improve residents' health and wellness.
• Flexible part-time schedule.
• Work in a premier active adult community focused on fitness, wellness, and
healthy living.
Apply today and help our residents stay active, healthy, and energized through aquatic fitness.

Benefits Overview

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes access to a robust Employee Assistance Program through NexGen EAP, providing counseling, mental health support, financial advising, and more. Employees can participate in a 401(k)-retirement plan after 30 days, with employer matching up to 4% beginning after one year. Additional benefits include a Flexible Spending Account, up to nine paid company holidays per year (based on schedule), and sick leave accrued at one hour for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 80 hours.


Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodation


Sun City Lincoln Hills Community Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical conditions (including those defined under state or local law), reproductive health decision making, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable California laws. Applicants and employees may request accommodation related to disabilities; sincerely held religious beliefs; needs arising from domestic violence, sexual offenses, or stalking; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; or any other protected reason, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.


Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, physical, drug test and work authorization verification.