Program Sports 174021 - Program Instructor, Dance

YMCA of Greater Cleveland•Cleveland, OH

21h•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Dance Instructor is responsible for planning and leading engaging, safe, and inclusive dance classes for youth and adults in a YMCA setting. The instructor teaches a variety of dance styles, including cheerleading, hip hop, and modern dance, while fostering creativity, confidence, teamwork, and physical fitness. They create age-appropriate lesson plans, encourage skill development, and provide a positive learning environment that reflects the YMCA's core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. The instructor builds positive relationships with participants and families, ensures participant safety, and adapts instruction to meet a wide range of abilities and experience levels. The Dance/Tumbling instructor is responsible for instructing age appropriate dance and tumbling programs and branch activities. The Dance/Tumbling instructor is responsible for implementing program plans and supervising activities in the designated dance and tumbling rooms. The Dance/Tumbling instructor will incorporate YMCA Character Development values into each lesson and reinforce the Y culture. The Dance/Tumbling instructor is responsible for the keeping the designated dance and tumbling rooms clean and free from clutter, recognize potential hazards, communicate and eliminate hazards relative to program and program areas. Adheres to policies and responsibilities in the Child Abuse Prevention Plan. Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values. Model relationship-building skills in all interactions.

Requirements

Minimum of one year's experience in any style of dance or tumbling program. Experience can come from being a previous participant, a coach, or a certified coach.
CPR and First Aid certification and Safety training required within 30 days of hire.
Adhere to Blood borne Pathogen standards and attend annual training.
Must be at least 16 years of age
Program expertise to instruct / lead class(s), team(s).
Demonstrated strong customer service skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivated team player.
Demonstrate commitment to the mission, cause of the YMCA, and uphold its values and ethics.
Ability to work effectively work with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions
Willingness and ability to be a mandated reporter for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and neglect. All employees are required to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process: completion of Suspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services (696-Kids) and notifying your immediate supervisor, branch executive, risk management and human resources department (s).

Nice To Haves

Nationally recognized Dance or Tumbling coach certification, Preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan all activities in advance for each lesson/class; be prepared to be on time, with proper material, equipment, and in proper attire.
Incorporate YMCA Character Development values into each lesson.
Maintain class & participant attendance as well as student skill accomplishment records.
Keep dance/tumbling areas clean, recognize potential hazards, communicate and eliminate hazards relative to program and program areas.
Plan and implement program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
Adhere to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
Attend staff meetings and trainings.
Ensure all classes taught are in accordance with YMCA of Cleveland standards and guidelines.
Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
Maintain positive relations with patrons and other staff. Model relationship-building skills in all interactions.