What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dance Instructor position at Trails Park and Recreation District?
Job Details
Description
SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Cultural Arts Supervisor, the Dance Instructor provides an enjoyable and safe dance experience for an assigned group of children and adults creating a positive environment that allows creative expression. Class formats include, but are not limited to, Parent/Tot, Creative Movement, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop or Poms.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead scheduled dance classes beginning and ending on time including 15 minute preparation before all classes.
- Assist in the development of dance programs including, but not limited to lesson plans, class standards and creation of new dance courses conducive to recreational formats.
- Prepare appropriate music and choreography for style and level of classes.
- Ensure that safety standards are met and that department and facility policies are adhered to.
- Maintain communication with Cultural Arts Department management regarding equipment needs, patron concerns and incidents/accidents during class. Assist with accident reports as needed.
- Inspects and maintains cleanliness, safety and general appearance of the dance studio/classroom and all equipment.
- Establishes and maintains a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity and teamwork.
- Dress and appearance are consistent with department standards including professionalism and personal hygiene.
- Participation in all mandatory department staff meetings and trainings.
- Promote various TPRD recreation sponsored programs through classes.
- Establishes and maintains a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity and teamwork.
- Complies with District rules and regulations and policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS, ABILITIES
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all staff and general public.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to accommodate participants of different skill levels.
- Possess skills to maintain a safe environment, as well as performing quality work.
- Ability to understand, comprehend and follow all policies and procedures as well as verbalized and written instructions directed by management.
- Ability to maintain a positive and friendly attitude while engaged in stressful and/or controversial situations with patrons and co-workers.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Ability to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds unassisted.
- Ability to talk and/or hear patrons, managers and co-workers.
- Ability to see objects closely and at a distance.
- Ability to deal with moderate to high stress situations at times and maintain a positive attitude.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary Range: $19.00-$24.70 DOE
Status: Part Time, Non-Exempt
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Education in Dance technique, choreography, theory or a related field.
- One year related instructional experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be able to effectively teach by demonstration, explanation and positive critique.
- Youth program experience a must when working with youth programming.
- Ability to modify dance programs for special populations.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends and special events.
Salary : $19 - $25
