Assistant Dance Specialist

Prince William County Government; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VRS retirement

401a retirement

457 retirement

Paid annual leave

Paid personal leave

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Group medical and dental plans

Group life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Prince William County Department of Parks & Recreation is seeking an organized professional to support the SBDCRC School of Dance. The role helps manage a program with 60+ weekly classes, two recitals, and several events, requiring creativity and strong time-management.

Ideally 5+ years of dance teaching, 2+ years in administration, and a degree/certification in dance. Daytime work with some evenings and weekends is expected; starting hourly range shows competitive pay and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• 8th grade education and 0-12 months of related experience.
• Prefers 5+ years of dance teaching experience and 2+ years of administrative experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the Dance Coordinator with the management of the SBDCRC School of Dance.
• Contribute to growth of a dynamic dance program and coordinate events and classes.

Skills

Dance teaching

Leadership

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

8th grade education

Job description

Join Prince William County Department of Parks & Recreation and become part of a vibrant, creative dance community at the SBDCRC School of Dance! This position supports the Dance Coordinator in the management and growth of a dynamic dance program offering more than 60 weekly classes. We are seeking an enthusiastic and organized professional who can bring creativity, strong time-management and leadership skills, and a passion for dance education to a fast-paced and rewarding environment. If you thrive on collaboration, enjoy bringing ideas to life, and are passionate about creating meaningful dance experiences for students of all ages, we invite you to join our team!

About This Role:

The ideal candidate will support the Dance Coordinator with the management of the SBDCRC School of Dance. The dance program includes 60+ weekly classes, two recitals, two picture days, festival performances, National Honor Society for Dance Arts Junior and Secondary chapters, summer camps and summer intensives. This role celebrates skills in creativity, organization, time management, leadership and an understanding of dance education.

Minimum Requirements:

8th grade education and 0-12 months of related experience.

Preferences:

• 5 or more years of dance teaching experience
• 2 or more years of administrative experience
• 10 or more years of formal dance training
• Lead instructor experience
• Dance teaching certification
• Degree in Dance or related field

Special Requirements:

N/A

Work Schedule:

Daytime with some evening and weekend hours.

Starting Hourly Range:

$22.53 - $26.51

We also offer great benefits including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.