Dance Teacher/Choreographer – Outside Looking In

Dance Teacher/Choreographer – Outside Looking InINTRODUCTIONOutside Looking In (OLI) seeks passionate and adaptable Dance Teachers/Choreographers to join our national roster of artists delivering dynamic and culturally grounded dance programming to Indigenous youth across Canada. We are especially looking for professionals in various dance styles—including Indigenous dances (Pow Wow, Jigging, Inuit Dance), Street Dance, and Contemporary Dance.As part of OLI’s mission, you will travel to First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities and teach youth in Grades 7–12. This is an opportunity to inspire, connect, and make a long-term impact through dance.POSITION OVERVIEWThe OLI Dance Teacher/Choreographer is a creative leader, mentor, and role model who delivers OLI’s high-school dance-accredited program in assigned communities. You will choreograph and teach an original 2-minute routine throughout the school year, support the credit delivery process, and prepare youth for culminating projects, such as a live or video performance. You will also teach other choreographers’ routines (using provided tutorials) to help selected students prepare for OLI’s Annual Showcase and Camp in Ontario.MODELS OF DELIVERYRemote Communities (Fly-In or Rural):Travel to community 3–6 times between September–JuneTrips last approximately 5 days (Monday–Friday)Weekend travel may be required, depending on flight accessFlights, transportation, and accommodations are covered by OLI and the communityMeals reimbursed under OLI’s Meal Allowance PolicyUrban Communities (Within Driving Distance):Travel to community 2–3 times per week (September–June)Classes are 1.5–2 hoursMileage and transportation costs may be reimbursed as necessaryKEY RESPONSIBILITIESCollaborate with the Associate Director on song selections and choreography conceptsAttend the mandatory Choreographer Summit (September 6–8, 3 full days, dates TBC) in TorontoPlan and deliver frequent rehearsals (1.5 – 6 hours/day, depending on number of groups and size )Choreograph and teach a 2-minute culturally and age-appropriate routine (due by February)Include structured warm-ups and cool-downs in each classSupport credit programming by teaching basic dance vocabulary and theoryRecord and upload tutorial videos after each visitSubmit rough music mix by mid-December; final mix by end of FebruaryConduct 2–3 student performance assessments (in person or virtual) between September and JuneCommunicate regularly with the Associate Director and Program Coordinators/ManagersSubmit timesheets and expenses promptlyAdditional Notes:Some communities may require two original 2-minute routines. (ie. Junior and Senior Groups)Opportunities to be matched with multiple communities, depending on your availability and experienceKEY DETAILSType: Contract WorkCompensation: Day Rates Based on Teaching Experience –general range of $30 to $60 per hour TBCStart Date: SeptemberReports To: Associate Director Programs, DanceIDEAL CANDIDATE2+ years of experience teaching and choreographing danceFlexible and available to travel frequently from September to JunePreference for candidates based in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, or AlbertaBackground in Indigenous Dance, Street Dance, or Contemporary stylesWarm, approachable, reliable, and punctualStrong relationship-building skills with youth and community membersAdaptable to new and unfamiliar environmentsProfessional, coachable, and communicativeFamiliar with youth work best practices and rehearsal etiquettePolitically and culturally sensitive; able to navigate diverse spaces with tact and careClear and current police background checkA valid driver’s license is an assetExperience working with Indigenous youth or racialized populations is an assetFirst Aid or Mental Health training certification is considered an assetWe Welcome Diverse ExperienceWe encourage applications from choreographers at various stages of their careers:Emerging professionals (0–1 years of experience) with flexible schedulesExperienced professionals with limited availability who are passionate about mentorship and working with emerging Indigenous choreographers and teachers.We are also building an on-call list for short-term or one-off workshop opportunitiesWe especially welcome applications from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit persons. Please self-identify in your application.For any inquiries, please contact:Queenie Seguban – Associate Director of Programs, DanceApplications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply early to be considered for upcoming programming cycles. #J-18808-Ljbffr