Creative Writing Instructor Jobs in Syracuse, NY

$20.00/hour

Wed 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Thurs 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm; Weekend evening recitals 2 x per year 

A Career with a Cause:

At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We focus our work in three key areas, youth development, health living and social responsibility. We are committed to this cause because a strong community can only be achieved when we invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors. 

General Functions:

Under the direction of the Arts Studio Director, the Dance Instructor is a team player who demonstrates strong skills in class and lesson development; organization; interpersonal, verbal and written communication; and collaborative relationships. The Dance Instructor’s responsibilities include lesson planning, class proposals, material lists, attendance and class schedules. Dance lessons will teach the principles of dance education choreography in the given genre of the class, while keeping in line with the YMCA values of honesty, respect, responsibility and caring.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

•Develop and implement dancing lessons that increase the knowledge of art principles as well as expand the student’s interest in dance.

•Create a safe and trusting creative environment in the Dance Studio.

•Ensure the safety of all students.

•Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the Dance Studio with a team effort of the class.

•Communicate respectfully and clearly to all students and parents.

•Reinforce positive behaviors and creative strides.

•Handle disruptive behaviors.

•Actively participate in promoting the Y-Arts program at the YMCA and in the community.

•Follow all guidelines and procedures.

•Works with other dance instructors and assistants to plan and lead 2 recitals per year.

•Actively pursue learning opportunities related to art education and character development.

•Maintain required paperwork for the Arts Studio Director.

•Sustain open communication between Arts Studio Director and fellow dance instructors.

•Attend mandatory YMCA trainings as/when required.

•All other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Experience and Education:

•A college degree related to the position’s related art field.

•Prior experience working directly with students in a dance education related environment.

Qualifications:

• Possess and demonstrate excellent organizational, verbal and written communication, interpersonal, decision-making, problem solving and leadership skills.

• Possess strong experience and skills in their given field of fine arts.

• Possess and demonstrate ability to work both within a team and independently.

• Possess and demonstrate the ability to develop and implement meaningful and creative lesson plans appropriate for the targeted age group.

Trainings & Certifications:

• Must complete online Bloodborne Pathogens, Employee Safety and Youth Protection Series trainings prior to initial assignment to position.

• Must complete online Hazard Communication training within the first 90-days of employment.

• Must attend and complete Listen First within 90-days of employment.

Core Competencies:

• Supports the Mission, Vision and Direction of the YMCA: Understands and supports the mission of the YMCA; displays the YMCA values; displays flexibility and accepts changes; is willing to try new methods and make suggestions; shows a strong commitment to the YMCA; conveys enthusiasm for the YMCA and his/her work.

• Builds Community: Understands and embraces the role of volunteers; helps members and participants make connections to others and to the YMCA; practices effective relationship-building techniques; supports the role of fund-raising in achieving the YMCA mission.

• Provides a Quality Experience for Members, Participants, Internal Customer and Other: Possesses the ability to deliver outstanding experiences for members, participants, internal customers and others; builds warm and supportive relationships; consistently greets and assists everyone in a positive way; strives to provide service that will exceed expectations; responds to concerns and complaints in a way that makes each person feels valued; initiates action for prompt resolution; looks for better ways to serve in involve members, participants, internal customers and others.

• Works Productively: Demonstrates responsible actions; consistently performs duties in a safe and conscientious manner within the agreed upon timeframe; follows standards, policies and procedures; is reliable and consistently punctual; actively participates in staff meetings, required trainings, and other work related activities; uses good judgment; uses YMCA resources appropriately and efficiently.

• Uses Effective Personal Behaviors/Communicates Effectively: Treats everyone with courtesy, respect and consideration; displays integrity; listens actively and genuinely; communicates in a clear and pleasant manner; embraces differences among people; demonstrates an active willingness to learn and grow; accepts constructive criticism; works cooperatively

as a team member.

Physical Demands:

Ability to frequently stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, kneel, bend, reach, balance, crouch, climb and/or balance, reach with hands and arms, handle or feel, stoop, climb a minimum of two flights of stairs (approximately every ½ hour), lift/move and carry approximately 30 pounds, and use hands and fingers. Special vision abilities required close, color, distance, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.