What are the responsibilities and job description for the Older Adult Center Zumba Instructor position at YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood?
Do you want to be part of a thriving and nurturing organization that constantly strives to provide top notch programing for older adults?
We are looking for a Zumba instructor who can work in our program with Older Adults looking to increase mobility, learn new dances and improve overall health.
Essential Functions:
Essential Functions:
- Candidate should perform duties in a way that exhibits cultural sensitivity and attention to individual participant' needs.
- Report to work as scheduled with ample time for set up of exercise room .
- Prepare and facilitate lesson plans for Senior Fitness classes.
- Work closely with the Program Coordinator to build a positive environment and welcoming community centered on health and wellness.
- Exhibit enthusiasm and direction to program attendees, enhancing their overall fitness and taking an interest in their past fitness experience.
- Work closely with a support staff member (Recreational Therapist & Program Coordinator) in the preparation, facilitation, and clean-up of programs.
- Oversees and ensures the proper use and maintenance of equipment and the program space.
- Ensure that the quality and quantity of instruction provided is consistent with the stated objectives of the program
- Maintain a daily record of student attendance in accordance with DFTA policy
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Zumba Gold or Silver Sneaker certification
- Experience working with older adults in a extracurricular setting
- Experience especially with older adults preferred
- At least a high school diploma – college degree or training certificate strongly preferred
- Proven ability to exercise judgment and sound decision making
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to speak professionally to participants, and staff members
- Experience working in a multicultural, urban community
- Bilingual English/Spanish a preferred
- Experience promoting the intellectual, social, cultural, and emotional well-being of members
- Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S.
- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at time of hire
SCHEDULED:
- Part-time; 1 to 2 hours a week
COMPENSATION:
- $50 per hour
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other functions and responsibilities may change or may be assigned.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
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