CALAINC Canadian Aquafitness Leaders Alliance Inc.

ON Markham - Aquafit Instructor

Union Affiliation Non-Union Requisition # 12147-1732678 Department Recreation Job Location Canada-Ontario-Markham Job Stream Recreation Job Type Temporary, Part-Time Contract Duration 4 Months Salary/Rate $26.48 - $29.42 / Hour Grade PT Gr. 15 Number of Positions Open 1 Start Date of Employment ASAP Posting Date 04-Jul-2012 Educational Requirements N/A Languages Required English

Job Description

Applications are now being accepted for the above position in the Recreation Services Department, Community and Fire Services Commission. You are encouraged to apply on-line at www.markham.ca Posting closes August 1st, 2012 Job Summary: Responsible for the training and supervision of a variety of participants of various ages and physical ability and developing a program that recognizes their capabilities and level of fitness within a community recreation environment. Motivates participants to achieve their fitness goals, while ensuring a positive and safe environment for all. Duties may include but not limited to: - Facilitates, leads and supervises cutting edge group Aqua fitness exercise classes and programming that meets the individual needs of participants - Organizes and writes lesson plans and long term core plans to facilitate progressive learning. - Utilizes innovative teaching strategies that will maximize participant success - Provides a safe learning environment - Participates in all mandatory staff training and meetings, - Completes all related administrative duties - Oversee volunteers as required Qualifications: - High School Diploma is required. - Two to four years of previous experience in an Aquatics or Fitness Instructional capacity teaching/instructing both youth and adults is required - CALA Aqua fitness Leadership Training and Certification - Experience as a Lifeguard and/or Swimming Instructors, Group Fitness Instructors, or Personal Trainer preferred - Current Standard First Aid - AED - Current NLS and/or LSS Swim Instructor and/or Certified Fitness Instructor - Good customer service and communication (written and verbal) skills to coach and mentor a diverse range of generally adult students enrolled in the Specialty Aquatics Programs. - Excellent Leadership skills We thank all applicants who apply, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. http://www.brainhunter.com/frontoffice/seekerViewJobDetailAction.do?sitecode=pl607&jobId=1732678&page=search