Recreation Instructor III - Youth Hip Hop

City of Boulder•Boulder, CO

10d•$21 - $29

About The Position

The City of Boulder is seeking a youth Hip Hop Instructor to meet community demand for this format. Under limited supervision, the Dance Recreation Instructor leads, instructs, and motivates participants in dance classes and programs. The instructor works with people of all ages and skill levels, providing modifications and coaching safe, effective dance programming and technique through energetic instruction, feedback, assessment, clear communication, and the creation of a community of wellness. The position teaches foundational dance skills and techniques across formats and age groups, including beginner through advanced levels and styles such as preschool, recreation, and concert dance. It develops class programming and choreography, evaluates participant competency and recommends progression, prepares age-appropriate routines, and supports events and performance opportunities. The role also includes class administration, safety oversight, customer service, collaboration with staff and coordinators, and communication with parents and participants. This is a part-time hourly position scheduled for 10 hours per week. The full pay range is $21.01–$29.40 per hour; the hiring range is generally from the minimum up to 80% of the range. The application deadline is November 27, 2026. A background check must be passed before the first day of work, with acceptable screening maintained.

Requirements

Two to three years of experience in dance class instruction.
Previous experience working with children, youth, and adults.
Ability to choreograph age-appropriate routines.
Ability to evaluate conditions in assigned areas and make safety-related judgments, observe participant behavior, and monitor exertion levels.
Ability to keep accurate records, organize information, and follow established procedures.
Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively with participants, parents, and coordinators, with excellent customer service.
Ability to collaborate with coaching partners on lesson plan ideas and work closely with coordinators.
Ability and willingness to accept and provide feedback.
Knowledge of the importance of punctuality and consistency, and ability to commit to the agreed-upon schedule.
Must successfully pass a background check before the first day of work and maintain acceptable screening.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read, write, and speak professionally in a second language, other than English, listed in Boulder’s Language Access Plan, for communication objectives.
Previous experience teaching higher levels of dance or recreation.
Choreography experience.
Over three years of higher-level dance teaching experience.
Current Red Cross or equivalent CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Teach foundational progression of dance skills and techniques for a variety of formats and ages independently.
Teach a variety of levels, from beginner to advanced, independently in multiple dance styles, including preschool, recreation, concert, and programs.
Choreograph age-appropriate routines for recreation and competition.
Evaluate class participants for skills competency and recommend progression.
Set up equipment, maintain roll sheets, and communicate with parents.
Develop class programming and choreography.
Assist with special events, including dance camps, concerts, community events, and other performance opportunities.
Manage classes in a leadership role by sharing dance knowledge with staff.
Take appropriate safety precautions, anticipate unsafe circumstances, and act to prevent accidents and injuries.
Enforce rules, regulations, and policies, and maintain participant and customer safety, order, and discipline.
Interact with parents, participants, program partners, and city staff to provide information and solve problems.
Work as part of a team and attend training, orientation, and staff meetings as needed.