Tumbling/Gymnastics Instructor - French Creek YMCA

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Dance/Tumbling instructor is responsible for instructing age appropriate dance and tumblingprograms and branch activities. The Dance/Tumbling instructor is also responsible for implementing programplans and supervising activities in the designated dance and tumbling rooms.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Plan all activities in advance for each lesson/class; be prepared to be on time, with propermaterial, equipment, and in proper attire. 
• Incorporate YMCA Character Development values into each lesson. 
• Maintain class & participant attendance as well as student skill accomplishment records.
• Keep dance/tumbling areas clean, recognize potential hazards, communicate and eliminatehazards relative to program and program areas. 
• Plan and implement program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriateand consistent with YMCA values. 
• Adhere to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings. 
• Ensure all classes taught are in accordance with YMCA of Cleveland standards and guidelines.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinarysituations, child abuse prevention and emergencies. 
• Maintain positive relations with patrons and other staff. Model relationship-building skills in allinteractions.
• Responsible for following the child abuse and neglect; reporting process including completion ofSuspected Child Abuse/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services (696-Kids) andnotifying your immediate Supervisor, Branch Executive, Risk Management and Human ResourcesDepartment (s). All employees of the YMCA of Greater Cleveland are mandated reporters for anysigns or suspicion of child abuse and neglect.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: 
• Minimum of one year's experience in any style of dance or tumbling program. Experience cancome from being a previous participant, a coach, or a certified coach

Certification(s) and Requirements:
• CPR and First Aid certification and Safety training required within 90 days of hire. 
• Adhere to Blood borne Pathogen standards and attend annual training.
• Must be at least 16 years of age 
• Nationally recognized Dance or Tumbling coach certification, Preferred. 

Technical Skills and Knowledge
• Program expertise to instruct / lead class(s), team(s).
• Demonstrated strong customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated team player.
• Must be able to model the key attributes; Welcoming, Genuine, Hopeful, Nurturing and Determined.
• Must show commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA and uphold its values and ethics.
• Ability to work effectively work with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions andperceptions.