Dance Instructor at YMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA

Venice, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 May, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

21 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lesson Planning, Organization, Safety Monitoring, Behavior Management, Problem Solving, Cultural Sensitivity, Record Keeping, Interpersonal Relationships, Activity Development, Cleaning Protocols

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Dance Instructor teaches the dance classes. The instructor is responsible for planning, organizing, and documenting each lesson. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Organizes, plans, and executes all activities for enrolled children. Prepare for special program presentations. Monitors the area at all times to ensure safety, and immediately makes changes as necessary. Provides a positive environment for all participants, and actively encourages participation to ensure growth and development. Exemplifies appropriate behavior and is a role model for participants; actively listens to all children and shows patience, understanding, and respect for others. Instructs and guides participants through the rules of the program and ensures adherence; disciplines children within established guidelines of the YMCA and parent, and only when appropriate. Exercises effective problem solving techniques, tackles issues directly and makes timely decisions based upon logical conclusions of factual information Ensures that the Association provides its services with sensitivity to the cultural differences that are present among the Association’s employees, clients, members, and volunteers Immediately reports all unusual incidents or accidents to the Program Director, and fills out all applicable and necessary reports. Records daily attendance and maintains accurate and complete records. Ensures the classroom is neat, orderly and free of all safety impediments. Develops and fosters interpersonal relationships between participants, and is pro-active creating an environment of cooperation, friendliness, and helpfulness towards staff and customers. Develops and maintains age appropriate activities. Ensures all necessary supplies are on hand and well maintained at all times. Attend scheduled staff meetings. Responsible for upholding all staff safety requirements including cleaning protocols throughout the day, as required by my department. All other duties as required and necessary Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: Successfully complete State of Florida Criminal History Background Check requirements as well as meet the Association’s policies on background screening Prior experience working with children Enthusiasm for the sport of dance and children. Ability to adhere to drug/alcohol/smoke free workplace policy Able to maintain confidentiality Employment is contingent upon completing required Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: CPR and First Aid Certifications required Completion of YMCA Blood Borne Pathogens Training Completion of YMCA Child Sexual Abuse Prevention class Staff Safety Requirements/Cleaning Protocols Additional training classes as recommended by Supervisor

Responsibilities

The Dance Instructor is responsible for teaching dance classes under the Program Director, which includes planning, organizing, and documenting each lesson for enrolled children. Essential duties involve executing activities, preparing for presentations, ensuring participant safety, and fostering a positive, respectful environment.