It's Fun to Work at the YMCA - Irving Park YMCA is now hiring Water Fitness Instructors!

Earn a $300 sign-on bonus upon achievement of your lifeguard certification, provided you are an active employee working as a lifeguard or swim instructor at the time of payout. 

Salary starts at $20.00 per hour plus a fitness pay plan and opportunities to grow within the organization

In addition to joining our mission and making a difference in your community, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago offers great perks for all part-time employees: 

Free YMCA membership  Employee Assistance Program Earned Sick Leave Flexible scheduling

As a Water Fitness Instructor, you will:

Lead water fitness classes with a personalized approach Prepares progressive exercise plans for program participants Gives clear explanations of safe exercises and demonstrates correct form and provides safe alternate exercises  Sets up facility or equipment  In case of injury, accident, or illness in pool area and provides backup to lifeguards as needed in emergencies  Reports injuries and completes required procedures Maintains current certifications Performs other duties as assigned 

Requirements: 

Must have current Water Fitness certification Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively

Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:

Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor Completing all child abuse prevention training as required