Enrichment Dance Instructor

Citizens of the World Charter School - Los Angeles•Los Angeles, CA

10d•$25 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

Enrichment Elective Instructors work with students from Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade, offering opportunities to explore new activities that may fall outside the regular school curriculum while helping students develop character, resilience, motivation, and broader interests. Instructors lead fun, interactive, age-appropriate after-school electives in academics, recreation, or STEAM. They plan and conduct sessions lasting one to one and a half hours over an 8- to 10-week period. The role includes creating a safe and healthy learning environment, supporting children’s social and emotional development, building positive relationships with students and peers, and encouraging family involvement. Instructors also collaborate with faculty, administrators, parents, and volunteers; manage schedules and program data; maintain classrooms, fields, and equipment; and participate in staff and professional development meetings. The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 2–6 p.m., with opportunities for 2–6 hours of work per week. Compensation is $25–$65 per hour, based on relevant experience, the class offered, and enrollment. Offers are contingent on a favorable background check and additional clearances.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
High school degree or equivalent.
Organized self-starter with good judgment and flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and demands.
Ability to lead or teach groups of children and engage and inspire youth.
Interest in and passion for working with children.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience interacting with diverse communities and ability to integrate into an existing school community.
Ability to work with children in a positive and caring manner.
Ability to maintain professional boundaries with peers, students, and community members.
Favorable background check and required additional clearances.

Responsibilities

Engage children in fun, interactive, age-appropriate after-school electives in academics, recreation, and STEAM.
Plan 8–10 sessions, each lasting one to one and a half hours.
Establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment.
Support children’s social and emotional development and encourage family involvement.
Build school culture by influencing, motivating, and building rapport with faculty, administrators, parents, and volunteers.
Organize program schedules and collect and enter program data.
Stay alert and take proactive, preventative measures to keep students safe.
Develop and maintain positive teacher-student and peer relationships.
Implement classroom management procedures for activities and transitions.
Participate in group, staff, and professional development meetings.
Keep day-school classrooms, fields, and office equipment clean and organized.
Communicate respectfully and positively within the CWC LA community.
Use technology, electronic tools, and supplies safely to maintain equipment quality.
Arrive on time for scheduled shifts, meetings, and training.
Demonstrate maturity when dealing with children and sensitive issues.
Organize and enthusiastically participate in indoor and/or outdoor games.