JCC Greater Boston is seeking someone dynamic, fun, and personable to teach Aqua Zumba classes. Do you have a passion for exercising and want to help people reach their in-water goals? Come join our vibrant community of health and wellness professionals!
We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative teacher who is dedicated to making the class time a highlight of the participants' weeks. While Aqua Zumba training experience is desired, JCC will work with otherwise qualified candidates to train in the Aqua Zumba specialty and is a dynamic and personable team member that is responsible for teaching fun Aqua Zumba lessons. Instructors are in charge of class preparation, including music and day-to-day preparations.
Instructors will be in charge of class preparation, including music and day-to-day preparations. Responsibilities include, and are not limited to:
- Design, instruct, and facilitate Aqua Zumba classes
- Create a safe, supportive environment that fosters confidence and skill-appropriate conditioning
- Ensure the safety of all participants by preventative measures and minimizing hazardous situations
- Build trust and foster self-confidence, adapting the approach, as needed, to meet the unique needs of each swimmer
- Maintain discretion and class records
- Provide ongoing, effective communication with the supervisor regarding all classes and programming
- Manage equipment used for sessions
- Recognize and respond according to protocols in emergency situations
- Actively create a welcoming dynamic where each individual feels seen and welcomed
- Support JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values including through personal role modeling
- Other duties, as assigned
This position is currently for two hours per week in Newton with a competitive starting pay of $30.00-$40.00 per hour. The pay offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications and experience, and internal equity.
About JCC Greater Boston
Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, diverse community by nurturing meaningful, lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.
JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff rated their direct management and organizational alignment experiences close to 90% positive. If you want to upgrade your working experience and have a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!
The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.
To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.bostonjcc.org/careers/
JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.