Dance Instructor - Gahanna YMCA

Instructs classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes youth development and member engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Are you passionate about dance and love inspiring others? The YMCA of Central Ohio is looking for an energetic and creative Dance Instructor to lead fun, engaging classes for all skill levels. You'll help students build confidence, improve technique, and foster a love for movement in a supportive, community-driven environment. If you’re ready to make a difference through dance, apply today and bring your passion to the Y!

• Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes/practices/games, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
  
• Answers questions from participants/parents to support them in achieving their goals related to youth development. Maintains working knowledge of sport/activity, and trends to provide effective information and support to participants.
  
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
  
• Conveys information on sports/activity programs and schedules, and as appropriate, refers participants and parents to other programs.
  
• Keeps accurate class records (attendance & progress reports).
  
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures; responds to emergency situations.
  
• Prepares and maintains field/gym area before and after program; organizes and puts away class equipment; reports damaged equipment.
  
• Officiates sport/activity matches and games as scheduled.
  
• Assists in supervision of volunteers involved in sport or activity.
  

• Passionate belief in the Y�s cause of nurturing the potential of all youth, supporting healthy living for all people and finding ways to help and support our neighbors.
  
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
  
• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification must be obtained within the first 60 days
  
• Must be at least 16 years old and have experience participating in the area of instruction; previous experience instructing preferred.