Dance Instructor - USAG Pre-Team and Team

Dance Instructor – USAG Pre-Team and Team JobID: 1386 Position Type: Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal Date Posted: 5/26/2026 TITLE: Dance Instructor – USAG Pre-Team and Team DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation DATES: Varies

PAY RATE: $20.07 - $28.69

Under the direction of the Program Supervisor/Coordinator, the Dance Instructor is responsible for providing a safe and developmentally appropriate instruction to children ages 7-15. The Dance Instructor will be responsible for teaching competitive gymnasts the USAG Level 3 and 4 floor and beam routines as well as leading basic ballet, stretching, and leaps/jumps on both floor and beam. Failure to plan or facilitate lesson plans that are progressive, safe, and developmentally appropriate may negatively impact a gymnast's performance in competition. The Dance Instructor will be respectful of children, parents, and co‑workers to ensure that equipment and facilities are clean, safe, and well‑maintained. They will be responsible for planning lessons that do not conflict with the recreational gymnastics classes' instruction or equipment needs. They will provide detailed dance instruction, including leading 1.5‑3 hour practices, providing constructive and developmentally appropriate corrections and feedback, setting up all stations and activities in accordance with the lesson plans approved by the Program Supervisor/Coordinator, and monitoring students' progress and communicating concerns to the Program Supervisor/Coordinator regularly. The Dance Instructor will be partially responsible for the success of the Level 3 and 4 team in competition and is expected to prepare gymnasts for competition, ensuring that routines are performed safely and in accordance with the USAG Compulsory Code of Points. Supervision: This position reports to the Chandler‑Newberger Program Coordinator and the Division Manager. Prerequisites for Employment CPR Certification Up to 10 hours of staff training Pre‑employment Drug/Alcohol Test Written exam Practical exam Structured oral interview Presentation of lesson plans A valid driver's license or reliable transportation to competitions from December‑April Qualifications Must possess five (5) years of experience teaching ballet, lyrical, ballroom, Latin or modern dance to ages 4‑12, including three (3) years or more of experience coaching and choreographing for competitive dancers. Previous experience coaching USAG Compulsory or pre‑team preferred. Must possess or be willing to obtain USAG Competitive Coach Membership and maintain it as a condition of employment. Must be able to obtain CPR/AED/First Aid certification from a nationally recognized institution and maintain it as a condition of employment. Must demonstrate knowledge of the USAG Women's Developmental Program. Essential Functions – Task Statements Assist in the planning and implementation of a developmentally appropriate pre‑competitive program for preschool and elementary‑aged children, including understanding USAG Compulsory routines, drafting lesson plans, and supervising practices and competitions. Supervise participants before, during, and after practice and in competition, ensuring safety, providing constructive feedback, and maintaining a positive environment. Communicate with parents and community members about children's development, progress, and program expectations. Maintain program administration, including scheduling, student evaluations, meetings, and related duties. Schedule June‑August: Monday‑Thursday, 12:30‑4:30p September‑May: Sunday afternoons; Monday 4‑7p; Wednesday 5:30‑8:30p; Thursday/Friday evenings as needed Specifications Knowledge of computer programs, including Word, Excel, Google Suite, and Internet. Reasoning ability: apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations. Language ability: Read staff manuals, memoranda, lesson plans, and attendance sheets; Write attendance sheets, accident reports, incident reports, and behavior reports; Speak verbal directions and communicate effectively with co‑workers, supervisors, citizens, and the public. Training: At least 5 years experience working with children; At least 3 years experience participating in team or club sports; Current USAG Competitive Coach Membership. The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person's race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io (voice) or View phone number on click.appcast.io (TTY). #J-18808-Ljbffr City-of-Evansto