Dance Instructor - Level 2 or 3

City of Boulder

1d•$18 - $25

About The Position

DANCE Under direct supervision, assist and lead in the instruction and classroom management of dance by helping young dancers develop and grow. Coaches students through safe, progressive, and effective foundations of dance. Based on candidate experience this role can be hired at a level 2 or 3.

Requirements

Ability to evaluate conditions in assigned areas and make judgments related to safety.
Ability to understand and observe participant behavior and monitoring exertion levels.
Ability to keep accurate records, organize information, and follow established procedures.
Ability to tactfully and effectively communicate with participants, parents, & coordinators, with excellent customer service.
Ability to collaborate with co-instructors about lesson plan ideas.
Work closely with coordinators and dance leads.
Ability and willingness to accept and provide feedback.
Ability to stay actively engaged and assist with development of dance skills.
Knowledge and strong understanding of basic dance technique with the ability to provide feedback to participants while ensuring proper class management tactics.
Knowledge and understanding of the importance of punctuality & consistency.
Ability to commit to the agreed-upon schedule.
Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history
One to two (1-2) years of experience participating in or teaching in a formal dance program or related experience for level 2 - (2-3) years for level 3.
Previous experience working with children and or teens.

Nice To Haves

Ability to choreograph age-appropriate routines.
More than 1 year of teaching or assistant teaching experience.
Current Red Cross or equivalent CPR & First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Teaches a variety of levels from beginner to advanced, in multiple styles of dance, including but not limited to, preschool, recreation, concert, and programs.
Choreograph age-appropriate routines.
Sets up equipment, maintains attendance sheets, and communicates with parents.
Develops class curriculum, class management and leadership role with staff by sharing your dance knowledge.
Takes proper safety precautions, anticipate unsafe circumstances, and act accordingly to prevent accidents and injuries.
Evaluates class participants for skills competency and make recommendations for progression.
Enforce rules, regulations, and policies; maintain safety, order and discipline of participants, and/or customers.
Performs customer relations role which may include interacting with parents, participants, program partners, and/or city staff to provide information and solve problems.
Works as part of a team, attending training, orientation and/or staff meeting as needed
Assists with Concert preparation and execution.