Ymca Of Austin Austin , TX 78719
Posted 2 months ago
How you Will Power our Purpose (Job Summary)
We're looking for candidates to join our team as a Tap Dance Instructor, focusing on teaching students of various ages. You'll develop dynamic lesson plans and deliver top-notch tap dance instruction in a supportive setting. Candidates must be available weekday evenings from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM and weekends from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
How You Will Make an Impact (Essential Functions)
Plan and lead tap dance classes for children aged 3-12.
Create a fun and supportive learning environment that encourages creativity, rhythm, and coordination through tap dance.
Develop age-appropriate curriculum and lesson plans that cater to the developmental stages and abilities of young dancers.
Teach fundamental tap dance techniques, terminology, and skills while promoting a love for dance and music.
Incorporate storytelling, musicality, and movement exercises to enhance the tap dance learning experience.
Monitor and evaluate the progress of each student, providing constructive feedback and encouragement to support their growth and confidence.
Collaborate effectively with YMCA staff and parents to ensure open communication and engagement in the dance program.
Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants during tap dance classes and activities.
Lead by example in promoting the YMCA's mission, vision, and values.
Serve as an ambassador for the organization with internal and external stakeholders.
Be the ultimate storyteller of the YMCA's work and culture.
Complete other duties as assigned.
What You Bring to the Community Enterprise
Proven experience as a tap dance instructor, with proficiency in various tap dance styles and teaching methods.
Certification or formal training in tap dance instruction or dance education is preferred.
Experience working with children aged 3-12 in a dance or instructional setting.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate young dancers.
Patience, enthusiasm, and a passion for teaching tap dance and promoting physical activity.
CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hiring).
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is a plus.
You have a growth mindset. You quickly learn from failure and value feedback in the effort to continuously improve.
You are a team player. You are a team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude and you can work well with others.
You communicate effectively. You listen for understanding and meaning. You speak and write effectively.
You are customer focused. You build good customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions.
You foster a culture of inclusion and belonging. You leverage people's differences as strengths.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items, including equipment, furniture, and/or children. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
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