Dance Instructor

VIDA; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A Manchester youth organisation is seeking a Dance Instructor to introduce young children to dance and boost their self-esteem while improving fitness. Responsibilities include choreographing street dance techniques, creating a fun environment, and effectively communicating with children. Candidates should display artistic skills, be enthusiastic, and understand behaviour management. This part-time on-site position offers an opportunity to impact the community positively.

Qualifications

• Available for school half term dates.
• Experience working with children or a keen interest in youth engagement.
• Understanding of challenging behaviours and prevention methods.

Responsibilities

• Introduce young children to dance and expression.
• Choreograph street dance techniques to boost self-esteem.
• Create a fun and engaging environment for learning.

Skills

Artistic abilities

Communication with young people

Enthusiasm

Behaviour management

Job description

Job Type

Part Time

Workspace

On-site

About the Role

Dance instructor, introducing young children into the world of dance and expression. Choreographing techniques of street dance style, to boost self esteem, confidence, while improving fitness and health.

Requirements

• Available for school half term dates
• Candidate must display artistic abilities and communicate well with young people
• Enthusiasm while creating a fun environment
• Experience working with children or a clear interest in working with young people
• An understanding of challenging behaviours and methods of prevention

About the Company

VIDA is a youth organisation focused on providing sports, arts, education and early employment, at the heart of communities in central Manchester. We provide a range of activities improving social activity, fitness and mental health in young people. Our programmes assist with Manchester's crime prevention projects and anti-social behaviour issues in communities of low income houses, surrounded by negative behaviours. We as an organisation aim to increase the number of activities in these areas, creating safer environments, future entrepreneurs, while reducing the stress from families in need. Our staff and volunteers understand the challenges face in these environments, where young children can be negatively influenced. Having an increased number of mentors and role models in the communities of Manchester, can drive the next generation with brighter, more positive futures.