What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dance Instructor position at JCPRD?
Overview
Overview: Make a positive impact on the community by joining the Johnson County Park and Recreation District team and help us enhance the lives of thousands through excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. As a JCPRD employee, you'll be part of a locally, regionally, and nationally acclaimed organization that annually hosts nearly 7 million park visitors and engages nearly 3 million participants in 4,000 programs. With excellent benefits, retirement plans, employee incentives, and a great organizational culture, JCPRD is building a thriving park and recreation system that inspires play, culture, and education, supporting healthy and fulfilling lives for all. Come work where you play!
Job Description
- Greeting participants and providing a high level of customer service.
- Responsible for the preparation of lessons plans, instructing, and evaluating class participants.
- Lead group dance for participants 50 and over with a maximum number of 20 participants
- Arrive on time and prepare needed equipment.
- Track attendance and communicate program updates to participants.
- Respond quickly to all emergencies and administer first aid as needed.
Job Requirements
Minimum Job Requirements:
- High School graduate or equivalent.
- Could be a year-round position.
- Criminal History Background Check required.
- Instructors are responsible for providing their own music, tracking class attendance, starting/ending class on time and turning in paperwork in a timely manner.
- Must exhibit initiative in the absence of supervision.
- Have a positive attitude and show professionalism in communications.
- Experience working with older adults, confident managing multiple participants at a time, and the ability to create a fun environment.
Preferred Job Requirements:
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Experience teaching aerobics to participants 50 and older.
JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department.
