What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dance Instructor position at Norridge Park District?
Description
Responsible for planning and implementing quality dance instruction for participants ranging in age from 18mon. to 18 years old. This is a part-time II, non-exempt position that will take place during specified program and event dates when participant registration meets minimum requirements.
Requirements
The Dance Instructor must have a high school diploma or equivalent, experience, skill and knowledge in teaching a wide range of specified dance styles and techniques. Must also have experience in teaching children and teenagers.
· Displays emotional maturity, respect, patience, flexibility and understanding when working with participants and their parents.
· Develops age and content appropriate program lesson plans.
· Assists in the development of program descriptions for seasonal brochures.
· Informs program administrator of seasonal program date and time needs.
· Obtains supplies for programs.
· Contacts program administrator prior to the start of sessions to determine program registration needs and potential cancellations and strives to find ways to accommodate those on waiting lists.
· Obtains updated class lists from Park District Registrar and takes attendance for each class.
· Directs activities which are planned and approved for specific program.
· Identifies and reports to the Park District staff and/or program administrator about special situations, accidents, incidents, repairs, patron complaints, etc.
· Communicates with parents regarding their child’s progress and any behavior issues.
· Works within allotted time for planning, preparation and implantation of programs.
· Attends any required in-service training.
· Notifies program administrator of any planned and unplanned program cancellations and assists in notifying program participants.
· Choreographs dance routines for dance classes to perform in annual dance recitals.
· Coordinates dance recitals, picture day and dress rehearsal in conjunction with other Park District Dance Instructors and the Superintendent of Recreation.
· Attends meetings with Superintendent of Recreation, NRC East Facility Coordinator & other Park District Dance Instructors.
· Works closely with other Park District Dance Instructors.
· Communicates with participants and parents about dance costume measurements, dance costume application, picture day, dance dress rehearsal, dance recitals, etc.
· Communicates with recital venue staff regarding special rehearsal and recital needs.
· Assists in the marketing of Park District programs.
· Promotes a positive attitude among staff members and patrons.
· Obtains and maintain CPR, first aid and AED certifications.
· Promotes and performs all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the Park District’s safety program.
· Exhibits pride in the facility and a vested interest by keeping dance studios clean and orderly.