CONTRACT INSTRUCTOR - DANCE OR FITNESS ENRICHMENT

Martinsburg-Berkeley County Parks & Recreation•Martinsburg, WV

About The Position

Martinsburg-Berkeley County Parks & Recreation is seeking a skilled, passionate community member to lead a Dance and/or Fitness enrichment module for homeschool students ages 9–16. The instructor will plan and teach a structured four-week series with hands-on, accessible instruction covering general Dance or Fitness education. Classes are held on most Fridays from September through May, with sessions scheduled from 1:30–2:20 PM for ages 9–10 and 2:30–3:20 PM for ages 11–16. The instructor completes daily duties with minimal supervision and provides reports to the team weekly or as required. The role reports to the Dance Coordinator and is compensated at a contracted hourly rate based on experience and field.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Comfortable teaching Dance and/or Fitness basics to mixed-age, mixed-skill-level students.
Able to provide simple, achievable learning goals appropriate for ages 9–16.
Clear verbal and written communication with the supervisor, team members, and parents.
Handle differences of opinion professionally, follow instructions conscientiously, and function well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver a structured four-week Dance or Fitness curriculum with clear, age-appropriate learning goals.
Prepare and organize class structure, materials, and activities for each session.
Maintain a safe, engaging, positive, and inclusive learning environment for mixed-age and mixed-skill-level groups.
Communicate attendance, material and equipment needs, supply needs, and student concerns to the Dance Program Coordinator.
Serve as a point of contact for parents regarding class content and student progress.
Follow MBCPR policies and safety procedures and report incidents promptly.
Provide reports to the team weekly or as required.