Dance Instructor

This part-time position is under the direct supervision of the Dance Coordinator and focuses on providing high-quality dance instruction for all age groups and skill levels, from beginning to advanced.

Responsibilities

• Set annual goals for students.
• Plan and instruct dance classes at progressive levels.
• Provide recommendations for curriculum enhancement to the Dance Academy Coordinator and Program Manager.
• Prepare choreography and select music for recital pieces and/or story productions, subject to approval by the Dance Academy Coordinator and Program Manager.
• Create a fun, encouraging, and disciplined atmosphere in classes.
• Select recital costumes within budget, determine sizes, distribute costumes, and address sizing issues or parent inquiries with the Dance Coordinator.
• Provide support at dress rehearsals and recital performances.
• Communicate and distribute course information to students and parents.
• Attend instructor meetings.
• Evaluate student performance and recommend progression in the dance program.
• Track student attendance, including late arrivals and early departures, and report concerns to the Dance Coordinator.
• Communicate any concerns, including student behavior or attendance, to the Dance Coordinator and Program Manager in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate and support Dance Academy policies and Park District customer service standards.
• Follow district and departmental safety, personnel, and administrative policies, including prompt reporting of participant and staff accidents.
• Maintain cleanliness of the dance studio and report low supplies to the Dance Coordinator.
• Assist with dance studio set-up and functionality, such as setting up/taking down chairs, organizing and moving equipment, and correcting studio clocks.

Requirements

• Five years of extensive dance training.
• Professional performing experience preferred.
• Expert knowledge of dance.
• Ability to instruct dance to students of all ages.
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
• Initiative, flexibility, and creativity.
• Excellent communication skills and professional ability to attend to customer needs.
• Ability to address complaints and resolve concerns.
• Leadership, dependability, patience, and concern for others.
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere and communicate well with other instructors.
• Subject to modified/flexible work schedule during high-volume periods.
• Ability to work in inside environmental conditions.
• Occasional ability to lift light-weight objects (up to 20 lbs).

Pay

$23.00/hr - $25.00/hr

Benefits

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