Camp Dance Specialist - Seasonal at YMCA Southcoast

Swansea, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jul, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

05 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Dance instruction, Choreography, Child supervision, Acrobatics, Cheerleading, Jazz dance, Hip hop dance, Safety monitoring, Program design, First aid, CPR, AED, Child abuse prevention, Communication, Leadership

Industry

Health;Wellness & Fitness

Description

YMCA Southcoast Job Title: Dance Specialist-Camp Position Summary: Responsible for creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment for campers enrolled in specialty dance camp, while supporting daily dance instruction and activities. Essential Functions:  Design camper programs around specific camp specialties such as dance, acro, and cheer.  Plan and schedule activities based on the abilities, and interests of campers.  Choreograph weekly routines for camper performances at the end of the week  Demonstrate appropriate use of equipment, proper techniques in activity participation, and articulate expected learning and achievement for satisfactory completion of activities.  Monitor participation to ensure safety rules and requirements are followed.  Maintain awareness of potential health and safety issues, identify hazards, and take appropriate action to resolve. YMCA Competencies: Mission and Community Oriented: Accept s and demonstrates YMCA values. Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill a community need. Recruit s volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. People Oriented: Seeks first to understand the other’s point of view; remains calm in challenging situations. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative in developing others. Results Oriented: Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high value experience for members. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Makes sound judgment s and transfers learning from one situation to another. Establishes goals, clarifies work, and participates in meetings. Personal Development Oriented: Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations, and how they impact relationships. Pursues self - development that enhance job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change; seeks opportunities in the change process. Qualifications:  Minimum 18 years of age.  High School graduate or equivalent; minimum one year college preferred.  Experience working with children in day camp setting.  Ability to interact effectively with children and parents on a range of issues.  Dance and dance instruction experience. Acrobatics, Cheer, and Jazz or Hip Hop experience preferred  Certified, or ability to be certified, within first 30 days of hire in CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Abuse Prevention. Physical Demands:  Required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Required to demonstrate physical stamina and agility, and stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, run, and stand for extended periods of time.  Ability to react to emergency situations by quick movements, strenuous activity, and communicate verbally in a noisy environment.

Responsibilities

The Dance Specialist is responsible for designing and leading engaging dance programs, including choreography and instruction for campers. They must also ensure the safety of all participants by monitoring activities and identifying potential hazards.