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The Dance Instructor is responsible for duties related to dance classes including communication with supervisor and Park District staff, instructing students, choreographing dance combinations, taking attendance, controlling the music source (CD player/IPOD/Bluetooth), demonstrating dance combinations, and possibly creating routines for performance at the recital for recital level classes. The Dance Instructor should be passionate about building relationships with students and will be responsible for teaching a dynamic group of students a range of diverse techniques.
This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Supervises students enrolled in assigned dance classes.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
BA/BFA in Dance and/or Musical Theatre is preferred, however not required; or associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or minimum two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to teach a variety of dance styles and methodologies from beginner to advanced is strongly desired. Previous teaching experience is required. Energetic, driven, creative and dependable professional with demonstrated leadership skills is a plus.
The Park District of Highland Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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$48k-80k (estimate)
11/17/2022
05/13/2025
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