Assistant Recreation Program Instructor - Dance

City of Lenexa, Kansas; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 17,908 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lenexa, Kansas is seeking an Assistant Recreation Program Instructor - Dance to support our dance instructors with on-site coordination, preparation, and supervision of participants to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

In this role, you will help with room setup, materials organization, attendee check-in, and data collection. The position offers weekday evenings and Saturday mornings, starting at $15.50 per hour, with training provided for CPR/First Aid if needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Previous experience as dancer or dance instructor.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification, or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to participants by ensuring programs are set up and supplies are ready.
• Set up and/or tear down rooms - may include set-up of ballet bars, chairs and supplies.
• Keep materials organized and stored properly.
• Assist instructors and participants throughout the duration of the program.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and secure environment by monitoring participants, cleaning spaces, and enforcing policies.
• Assist instructor with planning of holiday performance and spring dance recital.
• Help instructor complete forms and reports, including incident and attendance reports.
• Support attendee check-in and check-out.

Skills

Customer service

Dance experience

Job description

Assistant Recreation Program Instructor - Dance

Position Summary

Under the general guidance of the Recreation Supervisor, the Assistant Recreation Program Instructor of Dance supports our dance instructor with on-site coordination, preparation, and supervision of participants to ensure a safe, organized, and enjoyable experience for all.

Schedule

Weekday evenings between the hours of 4-9pm, and Saturday mornings. Schedule will be driven by enrollment numbers, with varying days and hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to participants by ensuring programs are set up and supplies are ready.
• Set up and/or tear down rooms - may include set-up of ballet bars, chairs and supplies.
• Keep materials organized and stored properly.
• Assist instructors and participants throughout the duration of the program.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and secure environment by monitoring participants, cleaning spaces, and enforcing policies.
• Assist instructor with planning of holiday performance and spring dance recital.
• Help instructor complete forms and reports, including incident and attendance reports.
• Support attendee check-in and check-out.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Previous experience as a dancer or as dance instructor.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification, or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.

The starting rate of pay is $15.50

Physical and Environmental Factors

Work is performed at our Old Town Activity Center. This position requires the physical ability, strength, and stamina to assist participants and conduct programs; the ability to lift and move supplies related to activities and events; the ability to sit or stand for extended periods; and visual acuity to review information.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen. A background check is required for applicants ages 18 and older.