Specialized Program Instructor
About The Position
UMLY School of Dance Education is seeking a highly qualified Ballet Instructor with extensive experience teaching classical ballet, with a strong emphasis in Vaganova Technique. The ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge of ballet pedagogy and demonstrate a deep understanding of the foundational principles of ballet technique, including body alignment, mechanics of turnout, foot articulation, carriage of the arms, épaulement, coordination, and artistic development. Must be comfortable teaching intermediate and advanced dancers. The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.
Requirements
- 18 years of age with high school diploma or GED
- Minimum of 5 years of advanced experience in specialized skill
- Minimum of 4 years teaching specialized skill.
- Training and qualifications in the specialized instruction area
- Demonstrate advance knowledge of specialized skill
- Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs
- Obtain and maintain all new hires certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
Nice To Haves
- Extensive experience teaching classical ballet, with a strong emphasis in Vaganova Technique.
- Advanced knowledge of ballet pedagogy
- Deep understanding of the foundational principles of ballet technique, including body alignment, mechanics of turnout, foot articulation, carriage of the arms, épaulement, coordination, and artistic development
- Comfortable teaching intermediate and advanced dancers.
Responsibilities
- Plans, organizes and leads specific activities, routines and/or games for all participants.
- Leads with enthusiasm and positive motivation in program.
- Organizes and maintains program records including, but not limited to: attendance records, rosters, etc.
- Manages all equipment.
- Maintains a clean and risk-free environment.
- Communicates effectively and timely with program participants and parents.
- Ensures all children are picked up by a parent.
- Promotes other YMCA programs by handing out brochures, answering questions, or referral to appropriate person.
- Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Plentiful PTO for full-time employees
- Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
- Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
- 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility
- Optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing education reimbursement
- Tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
- Career development and paid training
- Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
