Tango Dance Instructor

The City of Ames Parks and Recreation Department has an exciting opportunity for a Tango Dance Instructor! 

Candidates interested in this opportunity can expect to work a varied schedule of less than 20 hours per week.

Instructors are directly accountable to the Public Wellness Manager and adjunctly accountable to the Recreation Superintendent and the Director of Parks & Recreation.

This position is an ongoing, part-time, less than 20 hours per week position that is not benefit or paid leave eligible.

This posting is open until filled.

• Tango dance instruction to participants of Ames Parks & Recreation Wellness program. 
• Educates participants on proper and safe exercise form.

Each employee is expected to continually strive to bring shared values to life through our Excellence Through People organizational culture. ETP values include: committing to continuous improvement; inspiring creativity and innovation; being customer driven; making data-driven decisions; championing employee involvement; striving for excellence; having fiscal stewardship; acting with honesty and integrity; exhibiting leadership; choosing a positive attitude; respect and dignity for one another; promoting safety and wellness; and cultivating teamwork. For leaders, this includes creating a work culture that brings these values to life. For all employees, this includes maintaining a Total City Perspective. The purpose of ETP is to deliver exceptional services to the public at the best price, and for employees to experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment. Education and Experience:

• One year of tango dance instruction experience in at least one type of format (Boxing, Pilates, Yoga, older adult fitness, etc.).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology and training principles; knowledge of group fitness teaching classes and the incorporation of music, tempo, cueing technique, and rhythm.
• Ability to understand, appreciate and embody the City of Ames Core Values.
• Ability to maintain an exceptional level of safety.
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance at all times.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor (calm and courteous) at all times while on site.
• Ability to motivate people and work well with other staff members.
• Skill in choreography and music.

Physical & Environmental Characteristics:

Must be able to move and lift objects up to 50 lbs.  Indoor sounds may be moderately noisy.  Position requires physical participation and interaction related to the specific activity.

Selection Process:
The selection process consists of an evaluation of education and experience, an interview, and completion of a criminal background check, which includes a sex offender registry check. All candidates will be notified by email of their application status.

Salary : $14 - $14