Dance Instructor - Cheerleading

Department: Center Staff, Dorchester YMCA

Compensation: $25.00 - $30.00 / hour

About the role

The YMCA is searching for an energetic leader to engage and teach youth ages 4-12 in Cheerleading Dance. Our program serves youth from the community, helping them develop confidence, dance skills, and relationships among each other.

This is a part-time position teaching 5-10 hours per week based on program needs. Afternoon and weekend morning availability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement dance instruction in various forms of dance.
• Design and implement dance routines in collaboration with other instructors.
• Provide feedback to participants on technique.
• Grow the skill and confidence of participants.
• Manage classroom behavior.
• Maintain a positive, safe, and youth-focused environment in accordance with YMCA child protection and youth development best practices.
• Serve as an adult role model to all students.
• Connect with students and parents on a group and individual basis.
• Help youth develop a strong Spirit, Mind, and Body.
• Teach and emphasize the YMCA Core Values of Caring, Respect, Honesty, and Responsibility.
• Ensure participants in class are current on class roster.
• Design and implement curriculum.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with youth and teens.
• Experience in one or multiple dance forms.
• Ability to work as an integral member of a staff team.
• Ability to cultivate relationships and communicate effectively with adults, youth, and teens.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications (provided within 90 days).

Physical Demands

• Ability to physically and verbally interact with members and staff.
• At times, be able to lift amounts up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to coordinate movement in line with Cheerleading and other forms of dance within expertise.

Work Environment

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The general schedule of this position is Saturday mid-morning to late afternoon. Additional time may be required for performances.

Benefits

• FREE YMCA Membership for you.
• Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
• Discounted or FREE family membership.
• Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
• Vacation and Sick Time (Part-time employees receive sick time).
• Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging, and diverse working environment.
• Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions.
• Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other.
• Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion.
• A healthy work/life balance.