Dance Instructor

Dance Instructor

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

Schedule: Part Time Hours

Position Summary Under the direction of the Program Director the dance instructor will develop and facilitate dance lessons for various age groups in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, etc. The program is growing, so hours are flexible, classes will be added based on instructor availability. This is a part time position that will teach 5-10 hours per week based on program needs. Afternoon and weekend morning availability preferred.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• 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 Ballet, Hip Hop, Tap 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 midmorning to late afternoon. Additional time may be required for performances.

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

Required Training/Certifications Previous experience working with youth and teens. Experienced in one or multiple dance forms. 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)

• Previous experience working with youth and teens.
• Experienced in one or multiple dance forms.
• 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)

Key Responsibilities Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Dance Instruction: 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.

• 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.

YMCA Youth & Character Development: 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.

• 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.

Administrative Duties: Ensure participants in class are current on class roster. Design and implement curriculum. Other duties as assigned.

• Ensure participants in class are current on class roster.
• Design and implement curriculum.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits Why work at the Y? The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment — all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to:

• Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & 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
• Comprehensive benefits including:
• 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 (PT receive sick time)

About YMCA of Greater Boston The YMCA of Greater Boston is the largest social services provider in Massachusetts. Through our network of facilities and program sites, the YMCA provides health and wellness programming, child care, summer camp, youth sports, and teen leadership programs, as well as work-force development and community outreach. The YMCA of Greater Boston is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.