Dance Instructor

About Us:
Peach Plum Art Academy promotes not only Chinese culture, but also all different art forms by excellent teachers. We are promoting different dances, and performance arts including acting, singing, opera, visual arts, drawing, painting, art makeup and other art courses.

**Job Description**:
Are you passionate about dance and dedicated to sharing your love for the art form with others? If so, we're looking for a dynamic and experienced dance teacher to join our team. As a Dance Teacher at Peach Plum Art Academy Ltd., you will have the opportunity to inspire and nurture the talents of our students, helping them develop their dance skills and passion.

Dance Instructor Duties:

- Teach a variety of dance Styles, including but not limited to contemporary, jazz, and hip-hop to students of all ages and skill levels.
- Plan and conduct dance classes for students of various ages and skill levels
- Teach proper dance techniques and choreography
- Create a safe and inclusive learning environment for students
- Develop lesson plans and curriculum to meet the needs of the students
- Provide constructive feedback and guidance to students to help them improve their skills
- Organize and coordinate dance performances and recitals
- Prepare students for performances, competitions, and examinations as necessary.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and supported.
- Stay current with dance trends and pedagogy to continuously improve teaching methods.
- Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff to ensure a seamless learning experience.

**Skills**:

- Classroom management: Ability to effectively manage a classroom setting and maintain discipline while creating a positive learning environment
- Early childhood education: Knowledge of child development principles and ability to adapt teaching methods to suit different age groups
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey instructions, feedback, and information to students, parents, and staff
- Creativity: Ability to create engaging and innovative dance routines and choreography
- Patience: Willingness to work with students of varying abilities and learning styles, providing individual attention as needed to help students achieve their dance goals.
- Tutoring: Experience in providing one-on-one instruction or tutoring sessions to help students improve their dance skills
- Experience with children: Previous experience working with children in a teaching or mentoring capacity
- Enthusiasm and a positive attitude toward dance education. Qualifications:
Proven experience as a dance teacher, instructor, or choreographer. Proficiency in multiple dance styles with a strong foundation in one or more. Teaching certifications and/or a degree in dance or related field is a plus.

Additional Information:
Competitive salary or hourly rate, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Opportunities for professional development and growth within our organization.

Other benefits, such as flexible schedules, studio facilities, or performance opportunities.

If you’re an enthusiastic, talented dance teacher who’s ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of aspiring dancers, we want to hear from you. Join our passionate team and help us continue our mission to spread the joy of dance to our community.

We are looking for a passionate Dance Instructor who can inspire our students through their love for dance. If you have the skills and qualifications listed above, we would love to hear from you. Join our team today and help us create a fun and enriching dance experience for our students.

How to Apply:
**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 36 months

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Calgary, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- teaching: 2 years (preferred)

**Location**:

- Calgary, AB (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-06-01