Dance instructor

Special Strong Central CT Valley Region; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in adaptive fitness seeks passionate individuals to teach adaptive dance classes for special needs individuals. The role emphasizes compassion and communication, creating a supportive environment for athletes with various challenges. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to empowering others through fitness.

Qualifications

• Comfortable with smartphones and basic computer operation.
• Prior dance instructor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and instruct adaptive dance classes.
• Provide a compassionate and athlete-first environment.
• Communicate with caregivers.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Education

CPR and AED Certification

Tools

Smartphone

Basic Computer Operation

Job description

Do you want to work with special needs individuals? Do you love to adapt your passion for dance for those that have physical, cognitive, and mental challenges? If so, we would love to have you teach for us!

Responsibilities

1. Available to work at participating on-site location
2. Available within a 15-mile radius of on-site location
3. Create and instruct adaptive dance classes
4. Provide a compassionate and athlete-first environment
5. Communicate with caregivers

Qualifications

1. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification
2. Available to travel within a 15-mile radius of the job posting location
3. Comfortable with smartphones and basic computer operation
4. Prior dance instructor experience preferred, but not necessary
5. Experience (volunteer or professional) with special needs is a plus

Our Vision

To give every individual impacted by mental, physical, or cognitive challenges the opportunity to live an abundant life through adaptive fitness.

Our Mission

To empower 1 million athletes and 100,000 coaches to live an abundant life through Adaptive Fitness.

Founding Verse

"I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly." John 10:10

Working at Special Strong

"I've been a personal trainer for over 20 years. When I started with Special Strong, I knew I found my calling working with special needs. It's the most rewarding work I've ever done in my career!" - Lee S, Special Strong Trainer

Core Values

• Stewardship: We are faithful stewards of what God has given us. "Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much." Luke 16:10
• Transparency: We are real people who are genuine with others. "And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." John 8:32
• Relationship Focused: We prioritize relationships over profit. "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you." Matthew 6:33
• Ownership: We own our roles and take full responsibility. "You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things." Matthew 25:23
• No Judgement: We seek to understand others' walks of life. "Do for others what you would like them to do for you..." Matthew 7:12
• Generosity: We are blessed to bless others. "Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully." 2 Corinthians 9:6