Dance Instructor

Dance Instructor

Responsible for planning and implementing quality dance instruction for participants ranging in age from 18 months 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.

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.