Youth Dance/Movement Facilitator

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DESCRIPTION

Our youth dance facilitators are responsible for leading drill team dance classes for groups of girls from 8-17 years of age. The facilitator is responsible for adhering to our curriculum, while incorporating personal creativity and personality through modern, inspirational, and popular forms of dance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing age appropriate dance routines, instruction and choreography that meet student skill level and dance ability
• Modeling a healthy lifestyle and a high level of diplomacy and ethics that align with our vision to help students make better choices
• Exploring dance expression to strengthen creativity, leadership, and confidence
• Behaving in a mentorship capacity by exhibiting leadership and professionalism
• Ensuring a safe environment physically, emotionally and psychologically
• Displaying a level of respect for students by offering fair and equitable treatment
• Using constructive, encouraging, non-threatening language that promotes positive outcomes
• Encouraging diversity, self-efficacy, and inclusion at all levels of teaching and communication
• Providing constructive discipline that inspires self-awareness and personal growth
• Capable of communicating clear instructions, and can set expectations conducive for youth
• Upholding the mission and adhering to the operational functions of the organization
• Reporting all injuries, safety concerns, and programmatic and organizational issues

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least one year dance experience; formal training is not necessary but is highly considered
• At least one year teaching in a group setting or working with youth population
• Displays leadership and is attuned and sensitive to the needs of our community
• Displays exceptional interpersonal skills and a high level of service and care
• Displays excellent communication, problem solving skills, and initiative
• Must participate in a live demonstration to present a sample of your dance portfolio
• Must be CPR/First Aid Certified or willing to obtain certification
• Able to teach evening/flexible hours
• Willing to undergo a background check

HOW TO APPLY

Submit your interest here, or online at https://www.girlsmoveahead.org/volunteer-application. This is a volunteer role, and these opportunities are available to residents within the Central Ohio area and surrounding communities.