The Wang YMCA of Chinatown is searching for an energetic leader to engage and teach youth ages 4-12 in Dance. Our program serves youth from the Chinatown area, helping them develop confidence, dance skills, and relationships among each other. Under the directionof the Family and Sports Program Director, the dance instructor will develop and facilitate dance lessons for various age groups in traditional Chinese dance. The program is growing, so hours are flexible, classes will be added based on instructor availability.
Part Time Hours
Department: Center Staff
Employment Type: Part Time
Location: Wang YMCA
Workplace type: Onsite
Compensation: $45.00 / hour
Reporting To: Wendy Jamsri
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.
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.
Administrative Duties:
• Ensure participants in class are current on class roster.
• Design and implement curriculum.
• Other duties as assigned.
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)
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 morning to late afternoon.
• Additional time may be required for performances.
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