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Dance Instructor

United States·Pearl Street - TacomaNormalmid

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Key Responsibilities

Lead dance technique classes and demonstrate positive dance principles. Create class lesson plans with a natural progression that relates to the abilities and ages of the classes being taught,

Requirements Summary

Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week Location: Pearl Family YMCA, Tacoma, WA As a Dance Instructor, you’ll lead energetic and engaging classes that help students build confidence, technique,

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Requirements

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Minimum of 16 years of age or older.
5+ years of formal dance training or comparable experience (preferred).
1-2 years of experience as a Dance teacher and/or teaching assistant (preferred).
Positive attitude and previous experience with varying ages and diverse populations.
Possess the knowledge and skills to teach preschool and beginning-level dance classes. Multiple disciplines preferred.
Ability to create engaging lesson plans that reflect appropriate level, ability, classroom management, and the YMCA dance curricula.
Performance and dance production experience preferred.
Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

Responsibilities

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→Lead dance technique classes and demonstrate positive dance principles.
→Create class lesson plans with a natural progression that relates to the abilities and ages of the classes being taught, reflecting YMCA dance curricula and core values.
→Choreograph and contribute to annual dance recitals, dance performances, and other YMCA events as assigned.
→Effectively communicate program information and student progress to the youth and/or arts director and members at each session.
→Attend center and association dance staff training and meetings as required.
→Assist the youth and/or arts director in reaching campaign goals by telling the Y story, making personal asks, and supporting center events.
→Other duties as assigned.