Dance Coach

Salary: $20.00 Hourly
Location : Amarillo, TX
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 202400808
Division: Personal Enrichment
Opening Date: 08/21/2026
Closing Date: 9/25/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: 8


Summary


At Amarillo College, our mission is: Transforming lives through learning, creating opportunities for student success, and nurturing prosperity for the Texas Panhandle. Every team member, regardless of job title or duties, is responsible first and foremost, for assisting students in every way.

This is an exciting time to work for Amarillo College! We are seeking our next Part-Time Dance Coach who will be all-in on our mission and who will be responsible for coaching and giving instruction to children. This position will need someone who works well with children and is adaptable to various age groups.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:
Required: Currently in High School or have attained High School Degree or GED.


CERTIFICATION:

• First Aid and CPR Certification (or obtained within 90 days.)
• USAG Certified for recreational or competitive coach (or obtained within 90 days.)

EXPERIENCE:
Required: Six (6) months of dance experience.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Establish clear rules and expectations of the program with students.
• Maintain order and structure during class.
• Be actively engaged and involved with students each day.
• Be flexible with lesson plan and activity changes.
• Ensure space is safe for children.
• Train assistants to spot and lead classes.
• Formulate and follow a rotation schedule.
• Participate in and complete performance assessments/evaluations as assigned.
• Answer phones, emails, and help with registration as needed.
• Assist with class scheduling.
• Perform opening and closing procedures.
• Ensure station equipment is put away.
• Sanitize equipment in areas of high traffic.
• Ensure cleanliness of all spaces where students are present.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• As an Amarillo College employee seek knowledge of and pledge to actively engage in a culture of caring and striving to serve students, peers, and the community by embracing the AC Core Values: Integrity, Curiosity, Accountability, Relevance, and Engagement!

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to coach classes independently.
• Ability to prepare lesson plans.
• Ability to spot skills appropriate for class level.
• Possess classroom management skills.
• Possess excellent communication, oral and social skills.
• Maintain a positive attitude under stress.
• Be adaptable when dealing with a variety of ages.
• Able to follow directions and chain of command.
• Possess excellent communication, oral and social skills.
• Maintain a positive attitude under stress.
• Flexibility with activity changes.

Salary: Amarillo College follows a lag pay strategy, with starting offers typically between the minimum and midpoint of the pay grade, rarely reaching the maximum to support long-term growth within each position.

Pay grade 8 (salary is determined by Human Resources based on education, work experience and internal comparisons).


Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to travel between offices and buildings, and requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull and/or maneuver office supplies as needed. Possess the ability to walk, bend, stand, squat or sit on the floor (with students). Be able to physically respond quickly in an emergency.


Notice of Background: Applicants selected for employment will be required to undergo a pre-employment criminal history background check and possibly a pre-employment drug test.

Promotional Opportunity Policy: Under the Amarillo College Promotional Opportunity Policy, only current appointed or part-time non-appointed employees will be considered for a position during the first five (5) working days from notice or posting.

Amarillo College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Part-time employees are entitled to a free gym membership at the First Bank Southwest Fitness center, Free tuition up to 6 credits per semester, and a generous retirement plan.