Dance Instructor - YMCA of Central Texas

The YMCA of Central Texas is seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our team of professionals as a Dance Instructor for our recreational dance program at the CHASCO and Hutto Family YMCAs.

The Dance Instructor will be responsible for teaching dance to children 3 to 12 years old. Applicant must have knowledge of a variety of dance styles; ballet, tap, jazz and hip hop are all classes that will be offered at our facility. Applicants should have a minimum of 12 months experience and be committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children!

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Coach CHASCO and Hutto YMCA dance classes
• Oversee daily class routines, attendance and schedules
• Work with Dance Specialist to coordinate and implement Winter and Spring dance recitals
• Provide coaching and leadership to all participants
• Establish and implement ongoing communication with families
• Administer skills progression testing and monitoring

Skills/ Requirements:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Minimum of 12 months experience in teaching young children ballet, tap, jazz and/or hip hop
• Be friendly, courteous, enthusiastic, and possess a cooperative attitude
• Have a general knowledge of fitness and wellness
• Uphold the YMCAs core values of caring, honesty, responsibility, respect, and faith
• Individual must be able to pass reference check, pre-employment drug screen, sex-offender check, and criminal history check

Pay Rate: $14.00 to $19.00/hour

About Us: We are a not-for-profit services Association focusing on mission driven initiatives, with a vision of building strong kids, strong families and strong communities throughout 7 Texas Counties. Our organization is home to the largest school age child care provider in Williamson County as well as health and fitness programs that improve the quality of life for over 45,000 members ranging from preschool through senior citizen.

Our Commitment: The YMCA of Central Texas is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment where all are welcome and have access to Y programs and services. Our mission driven focus includes three areas: Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility. In order to maximize the service delivery impact in these areas, the YMCA of Central Texas Volunteer and Staff Leadership recognize and work toward growing diverse representation to appropriately mirror that of the communities we serve. As such, the Branch Boards have the latitude to recruit community leaders that have the Time, Talent, Treasure and Cultural connections necessary to help expand the mission of the YMCA in their respective areas.

In addition, YMCA of Central Texas provides Staff with a Career Development program designed to ensure a fair and equitable approach to advancement where each and every employee has the opportunity to grow and thrive. The Y values a diverse workforce and bases employment decisions on Association need, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability or any other legally protected status.

The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace. Thank you for your interest in the YMCA of Central Texas!