Instructor, Specialized Aquafitness

Instructor, Specialized Aquafitness (Part-time)Join to apply for the Instructor, Specialized Aquafitness (Part-time) role at City of Ottawa / Ville d’OttawaInstructor, Specialized Aquafitness (Part-time)2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Instructor, Specialized Aquafitness (Part-time) role at City of Ottawa / Ville d’OttawaGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Requisition ID: 18086Department: Rec, Cultural & Facility Services Dept.Service: Complexes, Aqua & Specialized ServicesEmployment Type: Multiple Part-time Permanent positions- Up to 24 hours/weekVarious Shifts: Days, Evenings, WeekendsAffiliation: CUPE 503 PT Rec & CultSalary Information: $33.508 - $44.900per hour (2024 rates of pay)Location: Various LocationsCity: Ottawa, ONJob Category: Recreation, Cultural & Facility ServicesApplication Close: 07/06/2026Job SummaryThe Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services department is responsible for building a healthy, inclusive and vibrant City, as well as ensuring that communities, residents and visitors have access to the recreation and cultural places, programs, events and services that allow them to experience all the benefits the City has to offer, and overseeing Buildings and Facilities Management for improved service delivery integration, ensuring the best possible client experience in City facilities.You are responsible for teaching specialized aquafitness programming to participants in a safe and enjoyable manner while following the guidelines of the certifying agency, and in accordance with corporate and departmental policies, procedures, guidelines and standards.Education And ExperienceCompletion of Grade 11 and currentCertifications from a recognized certifying organization (or equivalent as deemed acceptable by management)Minimum Of 6 Months Of Experience Or Equivalent ApprenticeshipCERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCESAquafitness Instructor Specialty certification (CALA, YM-YWCA, WaterART or other recognized certification)Current Standard First Aid, CPR and/or AED certificatesAODA Accessibility/IASR TrainingCurrent National Lifeguard Pool certificate is an assetCurrent Oxygen Therapy or LSS Airway Management certificate is an assetKNOWLEDGECorporate and Departmental policies, guidelines and directivesCity of Ottawa emergency response proceduresKnowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workersKnowledge of specialty area, including but not limited to, demographic needs, goals and objectives and how to safely design and facilitate specialty fitness programsCompetencies, Skills And AbilitiesAble to handle the stress of an emergency situationExcellent customer service skillsExcellent organizational skillsUnderstanding of and ability to communicate using verbal and non-verbal cuesOffer alternatives and options to participantsUnderstand contraindications for specialty populationsVibrant, energetic, motivating teaching styleProfessional appearance and demeanour while on dutyReport to work in ample time to be ready at the start of their shiftPossess the physical capability to perform the ongoing duties of the position, including ability to demonstrate all movement patterns and facilitate an active fitness classAsset:Strong interpersonal skillsWorks well in a team environmentReliableWhat You Need To KnowLanguage Requirement:Various language requirements, locations may require English only, French only OR Bilingual competencies. Some positions require English oral, reading, and writing. Some positions required French oral, reading and writing.Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Note: Under the age of 18, requires a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters check in place of the Vulnerable Sector Check.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. 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