Dance Instructor

YMCA of Catawba Valley; North Carolina; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Contribution

Job summary

YMCA of Catawba Valley is seeking a Dance Instructor to implement the branch’s Dance Program for members and the community under the guidance of the Sports Coordinator. You will lead dance classes, coordinate with staff, arrange substitutes, and help ensure a safe, inclusive environment aligned with YMCA policies and Christian principles.

This role emphasizes communication, professionalism, and program coordination, with opportunities to grow within a values-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Must communicate well with others and be enthusiastic with teaching ability.
• Dance or related degree or equivalent work experience.
• Present a professional image to parents and the public.
• Knowledge of YMCA programs/philosophies and Christian principles.
• Ability to resolve conflicts and foster harmonious relationships.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in special events when needed
• Instruct dance classes at agreed upon scheduled times
• Arrange for substitutes to teach scheduled classes when necessary
• Cooperate with other department instructors on costumes and recital staging
• Maintain safe, inclusive environment and adhere to YMCA policies

Skills

Communication

Teaching

Enthusiastic

Professional image

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Education

Dance or related degree / experience

Job description

Overview

Under the direction of the Sports Coordinator and consistent with the Christian mission of the Catawba Valley YMCA, the Dance Instructor will be responsible for implementing the Dance Program for the branch, its members, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Assist in special events when needed
• Instruct dance classes at agreed upon scheduled times
• Arrange for substitutes to teach scheduled classes when necessary
• Cooperate with other department instructors in the selection and ordering of costumes, as well as the organization and stagingfor recitals
• All YMCA staff are responsible for creating a safe, inclusive environment. This includes following all YMCA policies and procedures related to abuse prevention, reporting concerns or incidents immediately, and maintaining appropriate boundaries with youth and members

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate well with others, enthusiastic personality and ability to teach.
• A Dance or related degree or equivalent work experience.
• Present a professional image to parents and general public.
• General knowledge of YMCA programs and philosophies, and understanding of Christian principles.
• Ability to work in and resolve conflict situations and develop harmonious relationships with staff, participants, members.
• Strong organizational skills

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Contribution

OUR YMCA CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.We are welcoming:we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.We are genuine:we value you and embrace your individuality.We are hopeful:we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.We are nurturing:we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.We are determined:above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Posted Salary Range

USD $12.00 - USD $18.00 /Hr.