What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dance Instructor position at BENSENVILLE PARK DISTRICT?
Under the direction of the Cultural & Fine Arts Supervisor, the Dance Instructor plans, organizes, and teaches dance classes, is responsible for creating class curriculum, demonstrates dance techniques, and assists with performances.
DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Maintain a safe, energetic, and motivational teaching atmosphere
- Instruct ages 1 and up in a variety of dance techniques such as ballet, hip hop, tap, or jazz
- Create progressive lesson plans
- Stay updated on dance trends and games
- Help plan and teach pieces for performances
- Maintain open communication with supervisor, families, and participants
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor
- 1-3 years of experience teaching children at beginning, intermediate, and advanced dance level
- Adequate knowledge of techniques, vocabulary, and performance aspects of dance
- Ability to create lesson plans and curriculum
- Comfortable creating age-appropriate dances and lesson materials
- Ability to motivate and energize students of all skill levels and ages
- Background or degree in Dance or Performing Arts highly encouraged, but not required
JOB STATUS Part time DEPARTMENT Recreation FSLA STATUS Non-Exempt
SALARY $16.00-$18.00 per hour
HOURS 2-8 hours per week including evenings and weekends
Salary : $16 - $18