What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dance Instructor position at Ankeny Dance and Performing Arts Academy?
About us
Ankeny Dance and Performing Arts Academy is a dance studio in Ankeny, IA. We are inclusive, engaging, fun and our goal is to create life lessons through well planned and engaging dance and tumbling lessons. Ankeny Dance has been providing dance instruction for over 30 years. We are proud of our ability to ensure that every dancer/tumbler has a chance to shine and provide them an environment to truly thrive. Our goal is to not only create great dancers and tumblers but to create great people. We work to teach life lessons through dance and tumbling lessons when working with our students. We know they are destined for greatness and we use our time with them to assist them in finding their own greatness! We hold both recreational and competitive classes at all levels.
**Job Overview:**
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Instructor to join our team. The ideal candidate must have a background in and a proven track record of your own in dance, but also a background in teaching. 2 years of dance teaching experience is ideal for this role. As an Instructor, you will play a vital role in providing quality dance instruction, providing feedback to dancers to improve and creating lesson plans in order to plan effective rehearsals. We are needing to fill a role in teaching advanced, intermediate and beginner dancers in tap, jazz, lyrical and technique classes.
**Duties:**
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans tailored to the needs of students.
- Provide instruction at various dance levels in various genres.
- Demonstrate proper technique and ensure safety protocols are followed during training.
- Motivate and inspire students to reach their full potential.
- Monitor student progress and provide feedback for improvement.
- Maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Work collaboratively with other team members.
**Requirements:**
- Previous experience working in a or similar setting.
- Strong background in teaching, particularly tap and jazz technique .
- Proficiency in behavior management techniques.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to obtain certifications if necessary.
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to suit individual learning styles.
If you are enthusiastic about working with students and possess a passion for dance, we encourage you to apply for the Dance Instructor position. Join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of our students!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 4 – 10 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Evening shift
Application Question(s):
- Please list any and all dance experience. Including instruction received and places you've obtained teaching experience.
Experience:
- teaching: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Ankeny, IA 50023 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $30