Dance Instructor

Job Title

Dance Instructor – YMCA of Greater Boston

Dorchester YMCA, Charlestown area, Greater Boston, MA

$25.00 – $30.00 per hour

Part-time, 5–10 hours per week; flexible, afternoon and weekend morning preferred.

Under the direction of the Program Director the dance instructor will develop and facilitate dance lessons for children ages 4–12. The program is growing so hours are flexible and classes will be added based on instructor availability. The instructor will teach 5–10 hours per week based on program needs and will collaborate with other staff to design curricula and dance routines.

• Design and implement dance instruction in various dance forms.
• Collaborate with other instructors to design dance routines.
• Provide feedback to participants on technique.
• Grow the skill and confidence of participants.
• Manage classroom behavior.
• Maintain a positive, safe, and youth‑focused environment in accordance with YMCA child protection and youth development best practices.
• Serve as an adult role model to all students.
• Connect with students and parents on a group and individual basis.
• Teach and emphasize the YMCA Core Values of Caring, Respect, Honesty, and Responsibility.
• Ensure class attendance is current on the roster.
• Design and implement curriculum and other assigned administrative duties.

• Previous experience working with youth and teens.
• Experience in one or multiple dance forms (Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, etc.).
• Work as an integral member of a staff team.
• Ability to cultivate relationships and communicate effectively with adults, youth, and teens.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications (provided within 90 days).
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 lbs and coordinate movement in dance line.
• Good coordination and communication skills within a moderate noise environment.

• Leadership development in a caring, challenging, and diverse working environment.
• Opportunities to learn new skills and functions.
• Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside passionate colleagues.
• Work/life balance and free YMCA membership for you.
• Discounts on specialty programs and family membership.
• Health, dental, and vision benefit package.
• Robust retirement plan up to 10% (see eligibility).
• Vacation and sick time for part‑time employees.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.