Dance/Cheer Instructor (After School) – Hillcrest Heights, MD 20748

BBA Afterschool Inc; Hillcrest Heights (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

BBA Afterschool Inc. in Hillcrest Heights, MD is seeking an enthusiastic After-School Cheer Instructor to teach elementary students the fundamentals of cheerleading through fun, age-appropriate activities.

You will lead engaging 1.5-hour sessions after school, Monday through Friday as scheduled. No lesson planning required; curriculum and activity guidance provided; background checks required and reliable transportation needed.

Qualifications

• Cheer, dance, gymnastics, or related experience preferred.
• Experience working with children is a plus.
• Patient, energetic, and dependable.
• Reliable transportation to the program location.
• Must successfully complete required background checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging cheer sessions for elementary-aged students.
• Demonstrate basic cheer movements and beginner routines.
• Encourage confidence, participation, and teamwork.
• Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive environment.
• Follow BBA's curriculum and program guidelines.
• Communicate professionally with school staff and BBA leadership.

Skills

Cheerleading

Teaching children

Patience

Dependable

Teamwork

Background checks

Job description

Company: BBA Afterschool Inc.

Location: Hillcrest Heights, Maryland (Prince George's County)

BBA Afterschool Inc. is looking for an enthusiastic, creative, and dependable After-School Cheer Instructor to teach elementary-aged students the basic fundamentals of cheerleading through fun, age-appropriate activities.

Position Details

• Activity: Dance/Cheer
• Location: Hillcrest Heights, MD
• Schedule: After-school afternoon hours, to be confirmed
• Session Length: 1.5 hours
• Pay: $45 per session ($30 per hour)
• Position: Part-time, in-person
• Monday through Friday, depending on program scheduling
• No lesson planning required
• Curriculum and activity guidance provided

Program Focus

Instructors will teach the basic fundamentals of cheerleading, including:

• Basic cheer motions and movements
• Beginner cheers and chants
• Rhythm, timing, and coordination
• Introductory jumps and footwork appropriate to students' abilities
• Simple group routines
• Teamwork, confidence, and sportsmanship

All activities must be age-appropriate and conducted safely. Stunts and lifts should not be included unless specifically authorized and properly supervised.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging cheer sessions for elementary-aged students
• Demonstrate basic cheer movements and beginner routines
• Encourage confidence, participation, and teamwork
• Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive environment
• Follow BBA's curriculum and program guidelines
• Communicate professionally with school staff and BBA leadership

Ideal Candidates

• Cheerleaders and cheer instructors
• Dance or gymnastics instructors
• Coaches and youth activity instructors
• Teachers, substitute teachers, and camp counselors
• College students and recent graduates with relevant experience
• Anyone who enjoys teaching children and encouraging teamwork

Qualifications

• Cheer, dance, gymnastics, or related experience preferred
• Experience working with children is a plusPatient, energetic, and dependable
• Reliable transportation to the program location
• Must successfully complete required background checks

Join BBA Afterschool Inc. and help students build cheer skills, confidence, coordination, and teamwork.