De Pere Youth Dance Program offers a variety of dance classes such as tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, lyrical and contemporary for youth ages 3-14. Classes consist of 2 types of dance genres listed. 

Qualified candidates must have a dance background and the ability to relate and work with children and interact with adults. Youth Dance Assistant Instructors should have knowledge of choreography development, music selection, and experience with dance rehearsals and recitals. 

Assistant Instructors will support Head Dance Instructors in teaching youth dance classes for children ages 3 & up. Three classes are offered per evening with two routines taught to each class. All participants perform at the season-ending recital. 

Work Schedule

Dance Season: late September – mid-March 

**3 classes per evening** (Instructors may choose 1 or more evenings based on availability) 

Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings, 4:30-7:30pm

Classes held at De Pere High School, 1700 Chicago St, and at the De Pere Community Center, 600 Grant St., De Pere, WI 54115

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• Assist Head Dance Instructor with instructing classes and managing participants
• Assist Head Dance Instructor in choreographing dance routines, selecting music, and choosing costumes for recital.
• Assist Instruct class during recital and rehearsal at the end of the season
• Identify and respond to participant behavior issues while Head Dance Instructor continues teaching
• Maintain appropriate safety measures for program participants

• Knowledge of various basic dance terminology and techniques.
• Possess the ability to perform dance skills and assist teaching to a variety of age groups
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and other instructors.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, creative and resourceful

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• At least 15 years of age.
• Qualified participants will be responsible, dependable, enjoy working with children and have a basic dance background.