Overview
Cheer & Hip Hop Instructor (Seasonal) Program: Cheer and Hip Hop location at 4936 McPherson Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76123. Schedule: Thursdays, 4:30–5:30 PM • Dec 11, 2025 – Jan 15, 2026 (no program 12/25 or 1/1). Ages: 5–12 years. Type: Part-time / Seasonal (4 sessions). Planned class dates: Dec 11, Dec 18, 2025 • Jan 8, Jan 15, 2026. About the role: We’re seeking an energetic Cheer & Hip Hop Instructor to lead a short, high-energy after-school program for ages 5–12.
Responsibilities
- Teach fundamentals (motions, jumps, chants, basic stunts without lifts, rhythm, musicality), age-appropriate hip hop choreography, and teamwork—culminating in a fun parent-showcase combo.
- Lead upbeat warm-ups, flexibility, and safe technique progressions.
- Teach cheer basics (motions, chants, jump technique) and beginner hip hop combos.
- Build short routines with clean counts, formations, and confidence-boosting staging.
- Differentiate for mixed ages (5–8 vs 9–12) within one class.
- Manage behavior positively; maintain a safe, inclusive environment.
- Handle setup/tear-down, music queueing, attendance, and brief weekly recaps.
- Communicate with families at pick-up; promote the final showcase.
Qualifications
- You have experience teaching youth cheer, hip hop, dance, or youth athletics (studio, school, rec, or camp).
- Strong class management and a positive, motivating presence.
- Clear demonstration skills, musicality, and ability to count and clean routines.
- Professionalism, reliability, and punctuality.
- Preferred (nice to have): Background in choreography, youth showcases, or pep/rec programs.
- Ability to edit basic music cuts is a plus.
Requirements
- Must pass a background check per policy.
- Comfortable lifting/moving light equipment and actively leading for 60 minutes.
- Availability for class dates listed above.