Dance Instructor (Part-Time)

The Glenview Park District • Glenview, IL

1d • $25

About The Position

JOB OPPORTUNITY with the Glenview Park District: Dance Instructor (Part-Time) Park Center “Recreate” a better life with a career in the field of Parks & Recreation! The Glenview Park District is seeking experienced and dedicated dance instructors interested in building a technically sound and culturally diverse dance department. Our year-round dance program is hiring for Youth Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Poms, Adult Tap, Ballroom/Social dance and Somatic based conscious dance. Dance classes serve individuals age 2 to 90+ under the direction of the Supervisor of Performing Arts and Recreation.
SCHEDULING: Mondays-Saturdays with flexible hours.
TARGET HIRING RANGE: Competitive pay! $25.00/hour+, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Requirements

• Degree from two- or four-year college or university with coursework in subject area being taught or supplemented by three (3) years teaching experience in dance
• Must have experience working with children for youth classes
• Strong communication skills
• Thorough knowledge of various dance techniques
• Must be 18 years or older

Nice To Haves

• Ideal teaching candidates will be dependable, creative, energetic, have a strong professional background in their artistic discipline and experience teaching children ages 3-18, plus adults.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in teaching/demonstrating dance movements.
• Present new ideas regarding curriculum and dance programming to supervisor.
• Create and develop age appropriate curriculum for the classes.
• Prepare handouts for parents.
• Take daily attendance and manage classroom behavior.
• Choreograph and prepare participants for end of session shows and recitals as needed.
• Upon hire, complete certification in CPR/AED, mandated reporter, and anti-harassment.
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time