Performing Arts Instructor — Flexible Part-Time, Youth Programs

ymcapkccareers; Washington; On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal YMCA membership

YMCA360 streaming

Flexible scheduling

Paid Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Wellness program

Education and certification opportunit

20% discount on YMCA programs

Job summary

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a part-time Performing Arts Instructor at Gordon Family YMCA in Sumner, WA. You will lead and motivate students in performing arts, shaping a quality experience for youth and adults.

The role emphasizes lesson planning, progressive activities, and alignment with YMCA mission, with responsibilities to participate in events and communicate progress to families. Qualifications include training and teaching experience, diversity commitment, and

Qualifications

• 5 years of formal training in performing arts or comparable experience.
• 1–2 years of teaching or teaching assistant experience.
• Ability to instruct beginning and intermediate level classes.
• Willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on day one.
• Background and reference checks per WA State Fair Chance Act.

Responsibilities

• Follow/Implement Association Quality Standards and 9 Dimensions of Well Being into Youth Programming and Staff Development.
• Create class lesson plans with progression relating to ages and abilities and reflect YMCA values.
• Ensure program materials/content are developmentally appropriate and reflect YMCA mission.
• Provide lesson plans, supply list, and budget to Arts Director as requested.
• Participate in performances, Y Arts Week events and other YMCA events as assigned.
• Communicate program information and student progress as needed.

Skills

Performing arts training

Teaching experience

Beginner/intermediate instruction

Inclusive mindset

Job description

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a part-time Performing Arts Instructor at Gordon Family YMCA in Sumner, WA. You will lead and motivate students in performing arts, shaping a quality experience for youth and adults.

The role emphasizes lesson planning, progressive activities, and alignment with YMCA mission, with responsibilities to participate in events and communicate progress to families. Qualifications include training and teaching experience, diversity commitment, and