Position: Ballet Folklorico Dance Instructor

Reports to: Education Director & Youth Development Program Coordinator

Direct Reports: None

Dates/Hours: 6 hrs/week, 4:30pm - 6:30pm, 2 classes/week 5pm-6pm

Admin and performance time as needed

FLSA Status: Independent Contractor

Compensation: $30/hr

CENTRO CULTURAL BACKGROUND

Founded in 1972 by migrant farmworkers, Centro Cultural del Condado de Washington (Centro) is a community institution for gathering, culture and community building. Today Centro serves as a hub for: arts and cultural events; economic empowerment for families; for community advocacy; supportive housing and stabilization; comprehensive food security services; public health initiatives; senior health and wellness; and year-round K-12 STEAM pathways. Our programs and services continue to evolve to meet the needs of our communities, removing barriers to health, well-being, and economic mobility to achieve prosperity and self-determination.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Centro Cultural is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Ballet Folklorico Instructor who will create a vibrant and inclusive learning environment for children. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and a commitment to delivering high-quality instruction that aligns with Centro Cultural's mission and goals.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach and instruct Ballet Folklorico to children in K-5th grade, fostering a safe, enjoyable, and positive atmosphere that promotes student wellness and engagement.
• Prepare students for 3-4 dance performances annually at Centro community events, such as Dia de los niños, El Grito, and Dia de los Muertos.
• Participate in bi-weekly check-ins and collaborate on curriculum planning with the Centro Youth Development Team.
• Maintain accurate class attendance records and communicate effectively with staff, parents, and supervisors.
• Learn and implement new dances, ensuring alignment with program goals and standards.
• Provide outstanding service to members by cultivating effective relationships and facilitating connections within the Centro Cultural community.
• Adhere to Centro policies and procedures, respond to emergency situations, and fulfill additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

EQUITY

At Centro Cultural, our foundation is equity and belonging. Our team is deeply connected to and invested in our community throughout Oregon. This is our familia, and we work to meet people where they are and have a responsibility to ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive—not just survive. We live by the motto that: la comunidad es nuestra fuerza, the community is our strength.

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Centro Cultural recognizes and values lived experience as demonstration of professional competencies and skills. We review applications using a comprehensive approach, identifying candidate strengths. The ideal candidate has the following skills and experiences or their equivalent, demonstrating ability to perform position responsibilities:

• Experience teaching Ballet Folklorico to children or youth.
• Proficiency in Mexican folk dance styles and techniques.
• Strong dance skills and performance ability.
• Understanding of the history and cultural significance of Mexican folk dance.
• Ability to develop comprehensive lesson plans and curricula that meet program objectives.
• Proficient in effective classroom management techniques and strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with students, families, and program staff.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate within a team environment.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Requirements

• Complete Background Check
• Ability to work evenings and weekends to meet deadlines and to attend events
• Possess current driver’s license and auto insurance coverage
• Ability to travel out of town to attend workshops or trainings

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position is approximately 70% in an office environment and 30% in community locations. Working conditions are standard for an office environment. Community locations may include events requiring interacting with a large number of people. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will:

• Engage in regular communication in person as well as through electronic means.
• Routinely use computer laptops, tablets, desk phones, photocopiers and monitors, including digital screens
• Occasionally move up to 20 pounds.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person

Experience:

• Teaching K-5th grade: 1 year (Preferred)
• Mexican folk dance styles and techniques: 1 year (Preferred)
• Ballet Folklorico dance: 1 year (Preferred)
• Lesson planning: 1 year (Preferred)
• Classroom management: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)
• English (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Cornelius, OR 97113 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cornelius, OR 97113: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person