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About the Role

The Dance Instructor is responsible for developing and implementing dance lessons that teach the principles of dance education and choreography while upholding YMCA values. This role requires strong skills in class development, organization, communication, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement dancing lessons that increase the knowledge of art principles and expand student interest in dance.
• Create a safe and trusting creative environment in the Dance Studio.
• Ensure the safety of all students.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the Dance Studio.
• Communicate respectfully and clearly to all students and parents.
• Reinforce positive behaviors and creative strides.
• Handle disruptive behaviors.
• Actively participate in promoting the Y-Arts program.
• Follow all guidelines and procedures.
• Plan and lead 2 recitals per year with other dance instructors and assistants.
• Actively pursue learning opportunities related to art education and character development.
• Maintain required paperwork for the Arts Studio Director.
• Sustain open communication between Arts Studio Director and fellow dance instructors.
• Attend mandatory YMCA trainings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Requirements

• A college degree related to the position’s related art field.
• Prior experience working directly with students in a dance education related environment.
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication, interpersonal, decision-making, problem solving and leadership skills.
• Strong experience and skills in their given field of fine arts.
• Ability to work both within a team and independently.
• Ability to develop and implement meaningful and creative lesson plans appropriate for the targeted age group.
• Must complete online Bloodborne Pathogens, Employee Safety and Youth Protection Series trainings prior to initial assignment.
• Must complete online Hazard Communication training within the first 90-days of employment.
• Must attend and complete Listen First within 90-days of employment.

Skills

• Dance education
• Choreography
• Lesson planning
• Organizational skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Verbal communication
• Written communication
• Collaboration
• Decision-making
• Problem-solving
• Leadership
• Fine arts
• Teamwork
• Independent work
• Creative lesson plan development

Location

• Onsite

Work Type

• Part-time

Experience Level

• Entry Level

Education Level

• College degree

Salary/Compensations

• $20.00/hour

About the Company

• Strengthening community is the YMCA's cause, with a mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
• Focuses on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
• Believes a strong community is built by investing in kids, health, and neighbors.