Youth Dance & Theater Instructor (After-School) - Cerritos

Role Overview:

• Foster a safe and supportive environment for students, both physically and emotionally.
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful culture that values diversity among participants, staff, and families.
• Plan and lead fun, engaging, age-appropriate activities that support whole-child development, including social-emotional learning, skill building, self-confidence, and leadership. Activity planning resources are provided.
• Monitor student attendance and participation to ensure consistent engagement in program activities.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students, colleagues, families, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with fellow staff and supervisors to plan culminating events and activities that celebrate participants' achievements and accomplishments.
• Request program materials in a timely manner to ensure availability and adherence to budget guidelines.
• Comply with all safety procedures, emergency protocols, required trainings, and certification requirements.
• Participate in off-site field trips as needed.
• Maintain accurate student attendance records and submit them daily.
• Attend required professional development and staff training sessions, totaling approximately 15 hours throughout the spring and scheduled across weekends and intersession days.
• Work closely with the Site Coordinator and Program Manager to fulfill assigned responsibilities and support program goals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Sick time
• Lifecraft
• Upward Mobility
• Career development
• The opportunity to create a lasting positive impact on youth within your community.

Requirements:

• Availability Monday through Friday, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM .
• Experience working in expanded learning programs , after-school programs, or youth recreation settings preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required ; an Associate's Degree in Child Development or a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience working with K-12 students in academic, recreational, or youth development settings is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with children and youth.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and a willingness to learn new technologies and systems.
• Must successfully pass an assessment evaluating math, reading comprehension, and spelling skills.

• Frequent standing is required during working hours
• Regular use of hands for various tasks, such as operating a computer and handling objects, is essential.
• Frequently required to talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.