Dance Instructor

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Chicago, IL

23d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The dance instructor will be responsible for teaching dance classes, developing curriculum and assessments, and establishing collaborative partnerships within the community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in dance preferred, or equivalent qualified performance experience.
Three years required, five years preferred of teaching experience.
Provide a record of dance performance experience.
Evidence of experience in curriculum development.
Have the ability to work with children, parents and staff in a capacity of leadership.
Demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-starter.
Performance experience in individual content area of teaching.
Experience in curriculum development of dance.
Is expected to start class on time with room set-up and reset room as required.
Have a philosophy of education and child development, which is consistent with that of The Salvation Army.
Must be Safe from Harm certified within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Responsible for teaching dance classes.
Effectively design and implement curriculum, assessment rubrics, and lesson plans for each course taught. A record and summary of activities must be provided to the Kroc Fine Arts Director on a regular basis.
Develop and implement ongoing collaborative partnerships for dance programming with schools and organizations.
Required to actively participate in the recruitment and outreach efforts set forth by the Arts and Education Director.
Required to attend assigned staff meetings.
Willing to teach additional classes and workshops as needed.
Follow and ensure adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures.
Perform other assignments/duties as directed.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.