Cheer Instructor presso YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The cheer instructor will plan, develop, and implement cheer program curriculum. This position requires face-to-face leadership in these programs and may involve early morning, evening, and weekend responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervises and instructs cheer.
• Develops and leads weekly lessons to ages 4 years old - adult
• Prepares any additional materials needed for classes or camps
• Maintain records of student attendance and payments
• Provides handouts, sends letters or email, and other resources to students and or parents as necessary
• Provides outstanding member service 
• Promotes programs in the community as outlined by supervisors
• Actively involved in student retention 
• Conducts student evaluations and provides profession opportunities

Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Association.

COMPENSATION

$20 - $24.71 ; Part-Time, Non-Exempt  (up to 25 hours per week)

BENEFITS

• Free YMCA Individual Membership
• 12% retirement contribution upon eligibility, learn more here.
• 403(b) retirement savings account
• Paid sick time
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program and resources for you and your family
• Community Discounts, and more!

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

One year or more related experience in cheer programming and instruction; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

• State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)
• Blood Borne Pathogen training
• CPR Certification required within the first 90 days
• First Aid Certification required within the first 90 days

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively over the phone and in person with customers, board members, and employees.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry food and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
• Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
• Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.

TRAVEL:

0-5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.