Dance Arts Instructor

CHAMPAIGN PARK DISTRICT • Champaign, IL

3d • $16 - $28

About The Position

If dance is your passion and teaching is your calling, this role hits the sweet spot. As a Dance Instructor with the Champaign Park District’s Dance Arts School, you’ll bring movement, creativity, and structure together—guiding students of all ages and skill levels while helping shape a positive, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment. You won’t just teach steps; you’ll help build confidence, discipline, and joy through dance.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Minimum of 10 years of intensive, continuous dance training
• Experience teaching or working with children, youth, and/or adults in a structured instructional setting
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in dance or dance instruction
• Ability to work evenings and weekends based on class and performance schedules
• Ability to meet physical demands of dance instruction

Responsibilities

• Teach high-quality dance classes to participants of varying ages and skill levels
• Assist with planning and implementing dance curriculum, classes, rehearsals, and performances
• Demonstrate and instruct proper dance techniques, movements, and physical skills
• Schedule and lead rehearsals in preparation for performances
• Maintain accurate attendance, records, and required documentation
• Communicate clearly and professionally with students, parents, and staff
• Provide feedback and evaluations to the Dance Arts Supervisor
• Maintain and care for dance equipment and supplies
• Uphold all Park District safety policies and confidentiality standards
• Attend required staff meetings and trainings
• Complete time sheets, incident reports, and other administrative tasks on time
• Administer First Aid and/or CPR when needed, within certification scope
• Lift and transport equipment (up to 50 lbs) as required

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 20% discount on qualified room and shelter/pavilion rentals for employees and immediate household members
• Free drink & popcorn at the Virginia Theatre when showing your Park District badge
• Recognition Programs: Posi Bucks appreciation rewards
• Impact Awards ($50 award for approved nominations)
• Keeva Keeling Outstanding Employee of the Year recognition
• Cell phone carrier discounts
• AFLAC group-rate voluntary benefit options
• SPOT Pet Insurance group discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees