Dance Instructor

**Company description**

Tarantism Dance Company is a fast growing recreational dance studio located in Beausejour, Manitoba. We strive to inspire our dancers of all ages to dream big, work hard, have confidence and achieve their full potential in dance and life through an endless source of positive energy. Alongside fulfilling our mission of providing the highest quality dance education through fun, interactive and age appropriate classes. We value respect, love, community, inclusivity, innovation, technique, hard work, performance and fun.

**Job description**

**Who you are**

You share our vision, mission and values. They are the driving force behind every decision and interaction at the studio.

You don't live for dance competitions. We are a non-competitive studio and value performing in our community and around the world for the joy of performance rather than competing.

You are passionate about and able to build strong relationships with students and their parents.

You are passionate about dance and inspiring the next generation of dancers to achieve their full potential in dance and life. You are a caring, nurturing personality who loves spending time with children of all ages.

You have knowledge of performance or teaching the genres of tap, hip hop, jazz, ballet, acro or preschool dance (or any combination of the 6).

You are a team player and can work effectively and collaboratively within a team centered, close knit environment.

You are innovative and creative. Regularly coming up with and sharing new creative ideas that will help us stand out in the community.

You always work hard, ensuring all deadlines are met with quality work that exceeds expectations each and every time.

You have an all in attitude. Being part of a small team means that there will be times when you may need to roll up your sleeves and jump in to complete tasks that don’t necessarily fall under your job description.

You remain calm when stressed and have a “everything has a solution” mindset.

You enjoy working in a fun, upbeat (sometimes chaotic) environment where laughing and smiles happen often.

**Your Role**
- Demonstrate dance techniques and safe dance teaching methods.Plan, attend and teach all scheduled classes and rehearsals utilizing Tarantism Dance Company’s curriculum and the ADAPT syllabus in addition to your own ideas.
- Foster and promote an inclusive learning environment.
- Follow Tarantism Dance Company’s systems and procedures.
- Share your love of dance.
- Collaborate, communicate and promote a positive working relationship with students, parents and other staff members.
- Choreograph and teach a minimum of one dance routine per assigned class, to be performed throughout the year.
- Prepare students for all performances throughout the year.
- Prepare eligible students for ADAPT syllabus exams.
- Assist with production operations and planning for performances, programs, events and sessions as needed.
- Assist with administrative duties related to the operation and growth of Tarantism Dance Company as needed.

**Must Haves**
- Previous dance experience is a must. Education/experience in teaching dance and the ADAPT syllabus would be an asset.
- Ability to work on multiple projects & tasks at one time.
- Ability to be professional while also friendly, upbeat and welcoming.
- Love working with and around children of all ages.
- Love building connections within a community.
- Exceptional problem solving skills and a “everything has a solution” attitude.
- Creativity
- Ability to remain calm when stressed
- Technology savvy
- Initiative
- Exceptional teamwork skills
- Exemplary decision making skills
- Ability to set and accomplish goals
- Integrity, Honesty & Respect
- Tenacity/Resilience
- Interpersonal Skills
- The ability to adhere to deadlines
- Complete a crimminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check
- First Aid Certification
- Successful applicants who are 13, 14 or 15 years of age must complete the Young Worker Readiness Certificate. A copy of the certificate must be signed by a parent/guardian and given to the employer before work can begin.

**We’re The Right Place For You If You**
- Love being busy and challenged
- Can work alone or as part of a team
- Are super organized
- Are willing to pitch in where ever needs help
- Are a meticulous reader. Please prove this by including your favorite dessert when applying.
- Are great at sticking to deadlines
- Love dance and think an arts education is important and valuable in a child's life

**We’re NOT The Right Place For You If You**
- Want a 9-5 Monday-Friday job and live for the weekend. This position is mainly evenings and weekends.
- Can’t work collaboratively or take constructive criticism.
- Don’t like kids.
- Don’t think an arts education is valuable.
- Have never danced before.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $16.50-$44.15 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

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