How to hire a water aerobics instructor

How to hire a water aerobics instructor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step water aerobics instructor hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a water aerobics instructor job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new water aerobics instructor
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a water aerobics instructor, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect water aerobics instructor also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   This list presents water aerobics instructor salaries for various positions.

   Type of Water Aerobics Instructor	Description	Hourly rate
   Water Aerobics Instructor	Fitness trainers and instructors lead, instruct, and motivate individuals or groups in exercise activities, including cardiovascular exercises (exercises for the heart and blood circulation), strength training, and stretching. They work with people of all ages and skill levels.	$11-21
   Life Skills Trainer	Life skills trainers are personal health professionals who provide training assistance and supervision to patients, such as personal care, financial management, and social integration. These trainers are required to assist their clients with disabilities with daily living activities while documenting their behaviors and personal hygiene... Show more	$10-19
   Fitness Trainer	The job of a fitness trainer is to instruct and motivate individuals and groups in physical activities, including stretching, cardiovascular exercise, and strength training. The typical duties of a fitness trainer include demonstrating how to perform various exercises, guiding them during the exercise to improve fitness and minimize injuries, and monitoring their progress... Show more	$9-19

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • CPR
   • Aquatics
   • Water Safety
   • Group Fitness Classes
   • Yoga
   • Safety Standards
   • Emergency Situations
   • Class Size
   • Fitness Programs
   • Strength Training
   • Front Desk
   • Physical Therapy
   • Private Lessons
   • Safety Regulations

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage social media accounts while promoting camper interaction and sharing of the UCA brand experience.
   • Encourage personal responsibility and accountability in organize classes; maintain schedule, class safety and cleanliness.
   • Utilize modern motivational techniques, attentiveness to detail and concise communication to positively direct clients to improve technique.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your water aerobics instructor job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A water aerobics instructor can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, water aerobics instructors' average salary in ohio is 53% less than in massachusetts.
   • Seniority. Entry-level water aerobics instructors 49% less than senior-level water aerobics instructors.
   • Certifications. A water aerobics instructor with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a water aerobics instructor's salary.

   Average water aerobics instructor salary

   $15.72hourly

   $32,703 yearly

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   Entry-level water aerobics instructor salary

   $23,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 27, 2025

4. Writing a water aerobics instructor job description

   A water aerobics instructor job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a water aerobics instructor job description:

   Water aerobics instructor job description example

   RECEIVE A $500 SIGN-ON BONUS!

   You do not need to be a skilled swimmer or have taught swimming lessons before to help. If you are passionate about water safety and love working with our youth then we want you to apply here.

   
   Project Safe Instructors work Monday through Friday, from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, and travel to teach the program at two YMCA Centers.

   Rewards we offer you:

   • Free Household Membership to facilities operated by the YMCA of Austin (worth $1,000 annually)

   Pay Rate: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour, depending on experience, and a $500 sign-on bonus

   What You'll Do:

   • Teach Project SAFE classes as assigned by the program director
   • Arrive on deck at least 15 minutes prior to class and be ready to start class at the scheduled time.
   • Instruct class participants to take a soap shower before entering the pool.
   • Maintain cleanliness of the area; remove items and equipment when finished or those that need attention to all needed repairs to your supervisor.
   • Follow pool lockup procedures if your class is not followed by another activity. If your class is followed by another group, remain on duty until you are relieved.
   • Complete other duties as assigned.

   Qualifications:

   • Education and Experience:
     • You are a minimum of 18 years of age

   The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

   The YMCA of Austin provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. YMCA of Austin complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right water aerobics instructor for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your water aerobics instructor job on Zippia to find and recruit water aerobics instructor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit water aerobics instructors, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new water aerobics instructor

   Once you have selected a candidate for the water aerobics instructor position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new water aerobics instructor. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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