Dance Instructor, Recital

**Job Description**:
**JOB TITLE**:Dance Instructor - Recital Only

**DEPARTMENT**: Community Services

**NUMBER OF POSITIONS**: Several

**JOB STATUS & DURATION**:Part-time

**HOURS OF WORK**: 24-hour workweek

**HOURLY RATE**:$19.80

**JOB TYPE**:Management and Administration

**POSTING DATE**:January 24, 2023

**CLOSING DATE**:December 31, 2023

**AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY**:
Reporting to the Recreation Programmer/Recreation Coordinator, Instructors are responsible for planning, organizing and implementing a high quality program that is stimulating and enjoyable for all participants. Responsible for the safety and wellbeing of registered participants at all times.
- Plan, organize and deliver high quality safe and stimulating dance lessons for all levels of participants
- Provide a high level of front line customer service including greeting and engaging participants
- Communicate with participants in regards to lesson opportunities and accident prevention
- Select appropriate music and choreograph dance for recitals
- Co-ordinate costumes for final recital and/or competitions
- Maintain complete vigilance while on duty and be ready to respond to any emergency situation
- Supervise and mentor volunteers and assistants
- Complete administrative duties in a timely manner (eg. attendance, incident/accident reports, opening and closing procedures)
- Maintain a safe and tidy program space ensuring equipment is set-up and stored appropriately
- Report all concerns, accidents and incidents to immediate supervisor for follow up and take appropriate action
- Maintain an understanding of department programs and services
- Understand, adhere to, and enforce Corporate Policies & Procedures, Confidentiality Guidelines, Emergency Procedures and Health and Safety
- Standards for all participants and staff
- Attend meetings/training as required
- Performs other duties as assigned

**Selection Criteria**:

- Minimum 16 year of age
- Minimum 1 year experience as a Dance Assistant or instructing/teaching experience
- Demonstrate ability in one or more dance disciplines (acrobatics, ballet, belly dance, jazz, tap, hip hop, jr. creative movement classes) during practical assessment
- Current Standard First Aid / CPR C from an accredited organization, or ability to obtain within 1 month of date of hire
- High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development or Sport Certification, considered an asset
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills
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- Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria._

**Alternate formats will be provided upon request.**

**Interview**:Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.