JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for preparation of lesson plans; and instructing and evaluating class participants in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
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Beginning and ending class on time; remaining after class to answer participant or parent questions as needed.
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Conveying information on dance programs and schedules and as appropriate and referring students and parents to other programs.
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Building effective, authentic relationships with students, parents, volunteers and staff; encouraging parent involvement and identifying potential volunteers (for competitive teams).
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Gathering feedback from members and share with supervisor to improve service.
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Organizing and put away needed class equipment; report any facility or equipment irregularities, unsafe conditions or feedback to supervisor verbally and in writing.
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Responsible for the safety and well-being of participants and following and enforcing all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
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Being knowledgeable and prepared to implement emergency procedures.
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Reporting all incidents/accidents on the appropriate form as required and provide to supervisor within 24 hours of event.
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Submitting completed records on time (i.e. attendance, progress reports).
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Attending all required training sessions and scheduled meetings.
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Maintaining prompt hours and follow established procedures for absences.
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Supporting Annual Campaign fundraising.
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All other duties as assigned.
EFFECT ON END RESULT: Ensuring a safe, positive learning environment for developing progressive dance skills.
Education/Experience Requirements:
- Minimum age of 18
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Minimum two year’s relevant experience teaching the sport
Physical/Mental Requirements:
- Must be able to routinely perform the following physical activities as dictated by sport; run, climb stairs, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand, walk and perform moderate physical activity for extended periods of time, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear and have visual acuity
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Must be able to lead and coach teams and individuals and have the ability to communicate effectively; both orally and in writing
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Must possess mental alertness, problem solving and task management skills; ability to make independent and sound decisions in a rapidly changing environment
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Must demonstrate a high level of maturity, patience, dependability, sound judgment and the desire to work with all ages
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Must exhibit initiative in the absence of supervision
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Must be able to relate to and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner
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Must work collaboratively as a team member as well as independently and lead by assigned goals, duties and deadlines
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Must present a neat and professional appearance at all times
Job Requirements:
- Commitment to the YMCA mission, vision and values
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Must attend New Employee Orientation within 30 days of hire
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Complete First Aid in accordance with Conditions of Employment
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Learn and demonstrate all applicable emergency procedures and action plans for the branch and/or program
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Understand and abide-by all policies and procedures as set forth by the association
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Work a schedule that reflects the needs of the branch and team; including evenings and weekends
Under the supervision of the Program/Senior Program Director, the Dance Instructor I. will assist in providing dance instruction to all individuals enrolled in the appropriate classes and ensuring the general safety of all participants.
