Dance Instructor

**New Westminster, British Columbia**:
**Number of Openings**: 3
**Hours per Week**: Other: 5-12 hours per week
**Employee Group**: CUPE, Local 387
**Location**: təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre: 65 East Sixth Ave
**Competition #**: 564
**Additional Details**:
The City of New Westminster Parks and Recreation Department is seeking enthusiastic, friendly and outgoing individual(s) to develop and lead seasonal dance programs for all ages including preschoolers, children, youth and/or adults. Dance styles could include jazz, ballet, hip hop, tap, modern, swing or break dancing, but we are also interested in hearing from those that specialize in other types of dance including cultural dance styles.

**Requirements include**:

- Educational background in dance/performing arts either through continued professional development or through completion of accredited programs.
- Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and objectives of programs in community recreation facilities.
- Sound knowledge of teaching methods and group leadership techniques.
- Excellent supervisory and organizational skills.
- Continued professional development or completion of an accredited program.
- Must be able to pass and maintain a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector (PIC-VS) check.
- To support a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community; women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversity of our workforce, are encouraged to express their interest._
- New Westminster is on the unceded and unsurrendered land of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. It is acknowledged by the City that colonialism has made invisible their histories and connections to the land._
- We are learning and building relationships with the people whose lands we are on._
- We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted._
- This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada._

Employment Status **Auxiliary**

Pay Range **$39.29 to $41.78 per hour + 12% in lieu of all benefits and vacation**

Closing Date **6/28/24