Joliet Junior Wolves Dance Instructor

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Provides dance instruction to children; teaching dance techniques. 

• Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values. 

• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards. 

• Conveys information on dance programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs. 

• Organizes, sets up and puts away needed class equipment. 

• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff within the YMCA Guidelines. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. 

• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, communication with program participants, child abuse prevention and emergencies. 

• Performs other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred. 

• Previous experience working with children. 

• Must be a certified instructor or have a minimum 2 years of previous instruction or 3 years of dance lesson experience. 

• At least 16 years of age. 

• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date. 

• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  

• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper dance techniques. 

• Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child. 

PART-TIME BENEFITS

• FREE Y Membership

• 25% off on Y programming

• Participation in the Y’s retirement plan (when eligibility requirements have been met)

Salary : $17 - $18