Dance Instructor

Dance Instructor Job Description Dance Instructors are key members of the Health & Wellness team and will report to the Senior Director of Health & Wellness Department. The primary responsibilities include teaching dance skills and techniques. Dance Instructors should have experience teaching ballet, zumba, jazz and other forms of dance. They are expected to assess dancer’s skills and abilities to help create a fun and nurturing environment with hands‑on learning and lesson planning for children aged 4–12 years old. They must maintain supervision and care of each dancer in the dance program, directly responsible for communicating any class concerns to the Senior Director, and represent Commonpoint in a positive light at all times. Skills and Required Competencies Experience creating choreography Professional Dance background a plus Previous experience teaching children ballet and other dance styles BFA in Dance a plus CPR/First Aid certification a plus Positive classroom management skills are a must Effective verbal, listening, and written communication skills Effective organizational, stress and time management skills Communicate effectively with administration, parents, and dancers Manage cleanliness of the dance studio Location 67-09 108th St. Forest Hills, NY 11375 Compensation Hourly Rates: $28.50/hr - Instructor, $20.00/hr - Assistant (Non‑Union Position) #J-18808-Ljbffr