Dance Instructor

Job Summary:
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Dance Instructor to join our team. As a Dance Instructor, you will be responsible for teaching dance classes to students of all ages and skill levels. Your role will involve creating a positive and engaging learning environment, developing lesson plans, and helping students improve their dance techniques.

**Duties**:

- Plan and deliver dance lessons in various styles such as ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop, contemporary, etc.
- Teach students proper dance techniques, including body alignment, coordination, and rhythm
- Create choreography for performances and recitals
- Provide constructive feedback and guidance to students to help them improve their skills
- Adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and abilities
- Organize and supervise rehearsals for performances
- Collaborate with other instructors and staff members to coordinate schedules and events
- Ensure the safety of students during classes and performances

**Experience**:

- Previous experience as a Dance Instructor or in a similar role is required
- Strong knowledge of various dance styles and techniques
- Experience working with children and/or adults in an educational or instructional setting
- Ability to effectively communicate and demonstrate dance techniques to students
- Patience, enthusiasm, and a passion for teaching dance
- Excellent interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with students and parents

**Skills**:

- Educate: Ability to educate students on dance techniques, styles, and terminology.
- Early childhood education: Knowledge of age-appropriate teaching methods for young children.
- Classroom management: Ability to maintain discipline and create an engaging learning environment.
- Communication: Strong verbal communication skills to effectively convey instructions and feedback.
- Creativity: Ability to create unique choreography for performances.
- Organization: Strong organizational skills to plan lessons, rehearsals, and performances.
- Tutoring: Experience providing one-on-one instruction or tutoring sessions.
- Experience with children: Previous experience working with children in any capacity.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4 per week

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- teaching dance: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-10-20