Instructor - Dance (Instructor I)

Parks Tacoma•Various Parks Tacoma locations, WA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Dance instructors have the opportunity to share their passion by teaching a variety of different dance styles to children in the community. Daily responsibilities include preparing for class, leading instruction, and cleaning up the space after class. Join our team and teach at one or more of our community centers! We offer classes in ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and more. Instructors typically lead small groups of no more than 10 students, allowing them to build meaningful connections and make a positive impact in their community. Make an impact in your community and teach people your passion! Applications are reviewed as they are received. This position will remain open until filled. Work where you play! Join our team at Parks Tacoma to put your skills to use serving your community and making Tacoma a vibrant, healthy, and welcoming place to live.

Requirements

At least 16 years of age.
At least 1 year of related dance experience required.
Demonstrate thorough knowledge of assigned recreation programs, activities, and services.
Demonstrate knowledge of safety guidelines and practices.
Skill in overseeing and instructing/teaching others.
Ability to handle conflict and solve problems using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Ability to navigate emergency situations.
Work with diverse groups of people in a tactful, effective, and respectful manner.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, the community and program participants.
Follow instructions, both written and verbal.
Ability to safely perform job tasks in a variety of park and non-park settings.

Responsibilities

Provide fun, informative and exciting classes or learning opportunities in assigned program area.
Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
Observe applicable safety requirements, use safety equipment provided, implement appropriate safety practices at all times and report immediately any unsafe working conditions or hazards.
Provide support to, and collaborate with, other department staff to assist with planning, preparing, and implementing programs.
Plan and prepare instruction materials or lesson plans or implement already established lesson plans.
Instruct, and/or teach participants using excellent citizenship, sportsmanship, and inclusivity.
Assess and evaluate student progress and provide feedback.
Provide each participant the opportunity to succeed and grow their skills through program opportunities.
Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Track attendance reports as required.
Provide a positive attitude toward program participants and staff; encourage and serve as a positive role model.
Maintain communication with staff, participants, and/or parents/guardians as needed.
Stay up to date on trends within assigned program area.
Responsible for the designated site location program set-up and general clean-up.
Ensure program/facility rules, policies and procedures are followed; maintain and enforce safety standards and expectations.
Ensure proper use, care and storage of program equipment and supplies.
Perform other duties as assigned.