Dance Instructor

Greater Philadelphia YMCA; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Discounts on child care and summer cam

Job summary

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking a DanceInstructor to lead sports programs with a strong emphasis on safety and positive coaching. The role involves delivering progressive or competitive curricula, supporting participants, and upholding YMCA values within a dynamic team.

Requirements include some college, 3–5 years of specialized sport experience, and the ability to work with diverse groups while maintaining a constructive coaching style.

Qualifications

• Some college or equivalent.
• 3–5 years specialized sport experience.
• Ability to coach with a positive style and ensure safety.
• Ability to concentrate and attend activities during classes.
• Ability to spot participants and support skill development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct YMCA sports program instruction per program standards.
• Ensure adherence to progressive or competitive standards and quality.
• Provide a safe environment to learn the YMCA sports curriculum.
• Encourage staff and students; create an enjoyable YMCA experience.
• Reinforce YMCA values through examples of participant behavior.
• Arrive 15 minutes early; coordinate equipment and prep for class.
• Ensure participants exit the facility and the space is clean.
• Participate as part of the YMCA staff team in a safe environment.
• Provide excellent service to members and participants.
• Communicate YMCA rules and maintain visibility and accessibility.
• Manage participant behavior with supervision and parents.
• Complete timely incident reports to director/supervisor.
• Follow the schedule and apply specialized sport skills in lessons.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings; perform other duties.

Skills

Some college

Sport coaching

Empathy

Positive attitude

Communication

Education

Some college

Job description

Haverford Area YMCA, 891 N Eagle Rd, Havertown, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 4:00 AM

The DanceInstructor is expected to have a high degree of knowledge and a high level of formal training in, e.g., Martial Arts, Gymnastics, Synchronized swimming, Dance, Golf, Tennis, Birthday Parties etc. Provide support and encouragement to assist students in learning the specific progressive or competitive program. Provide appropriate level of officiating for the age and experience of the participants in the progressive or competitive sports program. Ensure safety and cleanliness of the program area and adherence to all YMCA safety standards and rules.

Some rewards for joining our team:

Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!

Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs

Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!

What is needed for this job as our Kid Zone Team Member:

• S o me college or equivalent
• 3-5 years Specialized sport experience
• A b ility to work with and be sensitive to others while always portraying a positive style of coaching.
• A b ility to perform activities which require sustained concentration and attention.
• Ability to physically assist (spot) the program participant through skills with a clear understanding of developing the athlete.

The responsibilities we will trust you with:

• Conduct YMCA Sports Program instruction in accordance with YMCA program standards.
• E n sure adherence to YMCA progressive or competitive standards and quality.
• P rovide a safe environment that allows members and participants to learn the YMCA sports curriculum.
• E n courage and support staff and students to provide an enjoyable YMCA.
• R einforce the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility through example and recognition of participant displays of character.
• A rrive at least 15 minutes before scheduled class session to be prepared with the equipment set up and ready to begin at the scheduled start time. Be reliable and inform supervisor of any conflicts at least 24 hours before the work day of any issues or items required.
• Ensure that all participants have exited the facility and that the facility is left clean and orderly.
• Pa rticipate as a part of the YMCA staff team in providing a safe and enjoyable environment.
• P rovide excellent service to members and participants.
• Communicate all YMCA rules and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable.
• Manage participant behavior using collaborative approach with supervision and parents.
• Complete timely reports of incidents to the director/supervisor, complaints or compliments of the program.
• Follow detailed schedule provided by the leader/supervisor and have the knowledge and understanding of the Specialized sport skills required to implement the lesson plans
• Follow approved positive support techniques to develop and refine gymnast’s skills.
• A ttend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What you can expect:

Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations

Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA

Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger

Great members to work with every day!

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

Haverford Area YMCA, 891 N Eagle Rd, Havertown, Pennsylvania, United States of America