The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a *Splash Dance Instructor *to join our team!

The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

As a Splash Dance Instructor, you are responsible for creating a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Individuals in this role instruct Splash Dance classes, implementing professional standards and fitness guidelines: flexibility, strength, endurance, and cardiovascular conditioning through high energy dance fitness.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Design and instruct water fitness classes in accordance with YMCA guidelines.* *
• Instruct splash dance classes for a variety of skill levels.
• Prepare lesson plans.
• Give clear directions, cues, and demonstrations.
• Create a safe and positive atmosphere.
• Promote member safety and engagement.
• Help others improve flexibility, strength, endurance, and cardiovascular conditioning.

Are you a good fit?

• One year or more related experience preferred.
• I have previous experience working with adults and diverse populations.
• I am able to demonstrate water fitness skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• I am confident in the water.
• I have current Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen certifications (preferred).
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

   

*Wage:  *$18.67 to $20.67 per hour, depending on experience

*Hours:  *Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location: Tacoma Center YMCA, Tacoma, WA

Benefits:

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

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Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• Willamette Dental Plan
• VSP Vision Plan

Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team! *To apply visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org{rel="nofollow"}. * **

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled.