KRUNK Dance Coach

Center of Life•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•$20

About The Position

The KRUNK Movement Dance Coach is a highly motivated and experienced individual that will work closely with The KRUNK Movement program (ages 14-18) for the school and summer seasons. The KRUNK Movement dancers are a part of a larger group of students who focus on the different elements of hip-hop. This individual will help program participants develop their technical skills in mainly hip-hop dance, choreography, musicality, rehearsal, and performance. The ideal candidate will be passionate about helping students achieve their goals and will have a proven track record of their success in dance education. This is an hourly position starting at $20/hour.

Requirements

Professional dance experience and/or education of 3 years minimum
Experience working in an educational setting or working directly with children aged K - 12
Excellent judgement and creative problem-solving skills including conflict resolution skills
Ability to communicate in a professional and timely manner
High energy, flexibility, willingness to collaborate, and proactively engage with children to build positive intergenerational relationships
Pennsylvania Criminal and Child Abuse clearances, FBI Criminal Background, PA Mandated Reporter Certificate, and National Sex Offender Registry Clearance
Commitment to the Center of Life mission
Must have a valid driver's license

Responsibilities

Work with enrolled KRUNK students to develop their skills in dance technique, styles, and choreography.
Guide students on how to engage with an audience, use their movement effectively, and story-tell through performance
Provide appropriate feedback to help students improve their performance skills.
Lead creative and engaging lessons
Collaborate with Center of Life staff members to create a positive and supportive learning environment
Assist in planning and executing projects, events, and performances
Monitor student progress and adjust coaching techniques as needed
Commit to Center of Life's Summer Programming Hours (with preliminary staff orientations): Monday - Wednesday 8 AM - 4 PM, Thursdays 12 PM - 8 PM, Friday 8 AM - 4 PM
Commit to Center of Life's After-School Programming Hours: Monday - Thursday 3 PM - 7 PM
Participate as an active member at Center of Life
Adhere to all Center of Life Policies and Procedures
Attend Center of Life staff meetings, retreats, and mandatory events
Meet bi-weekly 1:1 with immediate supervisor
Adhere to the security, accuracy, operability of the daily communication and program reporting needs of Center of Life
Contribute to the development and sustainability of a collaborative and supportive work environment