Water Exercise Instructor

Easter Seals Massachusetts is seeking a Water Exercise Instructor responsible for teaching and supervising water exercise classes at the Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for Children in Canton, MA.

Basic Responsibilities:

• Teach in accordance to the programming and leadership elements as outlined in the Aquatic Exercise Association certification manual
• Enforce all MHS and state policies, rules and regulations relative to the pool area
• Recognize and respond effectively and appropriately to aquatic emergencies by using proper CPR first aid techniques as governed by the American Red Cross and MHS code procedures
• Protect and maintain the dignity and confidentiality of others during stressful and/or emergency situations
• Ensure compliance with safety rules and regulations by inspection of pool area for maintenance and potential hazards
• Report unsafe conditions and faulty equipment to Aquatics Director or supervisor
• Complete reports and records in a timely manner
• Participate in continuing education services to maintain certification and improve performance and conditioning
• Provide education and information to students, staff and MHS community regarding the benefits of aquatic activity, pool rules and state/local safety regulations

Qualifications:

• Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA) Certification
• American Red Cross CPR
• American Red Cross Community First Aid & Safety
• Must be 18 years of age 

Required Experience:

• Ability to lead water exercise classes
• Understanding of contraindications to aquatic exercise
• Understanding of water principles
• Understanding of choreography and cueing
• Display energy, enthusiasm and capable of motivating others
• Ability to maintain a calm manner in a stressful and/or emergency situation
• Ability to exercise leadership in group situations
• Ability to interact with people who are under physical and/or emotional stress
• Ability to give oral instructions in a precise, understandable, respectful manner
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationship with others
• Ability to establish rapport with persons from different background including, but not limited to, physical ability, ethnic/cultural, sexual orientation, and/or economic background

Additional Notes:Qualified applicants should submit a resume and cover letter when applying to this job. Easter Seals is an equal opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. People with disabilities and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.