RARITAN BAY AREA YMCA·Perth Amboy, New Jersey
The Hip-Hop Dance Instructor will lead youth classes by teaching dance fundamentals and age-appropriate choreography. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, inclusive, and positive environment that encourages student engagement.
Description The Raritan Bay Area YMCA is seeking a Hip-Hop Dance Instructor to lead youth Hip-Hop classes that encourage creativity, rhythm, and confidence. Classes are held on Wednesdays from 7pm to 8pm in scheduled sessions.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing YMCA located just five miles west of New York City in the waterfront city of Perth Amboy. Since 1912, the Raritan Bay Area YMCA has proudly served the evolving needs of our community. Today, we support more than 6,000 members in the Raritan Bay area through programs and initiatives focused on Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.
The Hip-Hop Dance Instructor will lead youth Hip-Hop classes that foster a safe, fun environment while teaching dance fundamentals and choreography.
The Hip-Hop Dance Instructor also supports and promotes the YMCA’s mission by embodying the core values of Honesty, Caring, Responsibility, Respect, and Faith, while demonstrating cause-driven leadership through the YMCA Leadership Competencies: Mission Advancement, Collaboration, Operational Effectiveness, and Personal Growth. The Raritan Bay Area YMCA is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin.
Minimum 18 years of age Experience teaching youth Hip-Hop classes Knowledge of dance techniques and choreography CPR/AED certified or willing to obtain
Market context
Classroom teacher roles in New Jersey are typically in steady demand, especially in core subjects like English. Competition can be strong because districts often look for candidates with the correct New Jersey certification, a bachelor’s degree, and classroom readiness; the posted benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to show your certification status and relevant English instruction experience.