Ballet & Dance Instructor (Temporary)

City of Alexandria; Alexandria (VA); In loco; USD 25.000 - 41.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The City of Alexandria’s Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities seeks a Temporary Ballet/Dance Instructor to plan and lead safe, age‑appropriate dance classes for youth and adults. The role covers Pre‑Ballet through Levels 1–3, introductory Pointe, and related movement programs, with emphasis on inclusivity and artistic expression.

You will develop engaging lessons, adapt for varying levels, and coordinate with staff to deliver quality programming.

Competenze

• High School Diploma required and related experience in dance instruction.
• First Aid training completed or provided.
• 2–3 years in dance instruction or related field.
• Experience teaching ballet to youth and/or adults.

Mansioni

• Planning and leading developmentally appropriate dance instruction for youth and/or adult participants.
• Teaching ballet fundamentals, technique, rhythm, coordination, flexibility, and movement skills.
• Creating engaging lesson plans that support participant growth and enjoyment.
• Adapting instruction to varying skill levels and participant needs.
• Maintaining a safe, organized, and respectful class environment.
• Communicating effectively with participants, parents/guardians, and recreation staff.
• Collaborating with recreation staff to support quality programming and participant experience.
• For youth classes, choreographing and rehearsing short recital performances that showcase student progress and learning outcomes.

Conoscenze

Ballet technique knowledge

Youth and adult instruction

Classroom management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Formazione

High School Diploma

CPR and First Aid certification

Descrizione del lavoro

The City of Alexandria’s Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities seeks a Temporary Ballet/Dance Instructor to plan and lead safe, age‑appropriate dance classes for youth and adults. The role covers Pre‑Ballet through Levels 1–3, introductory Pointe, and related movement programs, with emphasis on inclusivity and artistic expression.

You will develop engaging lessons, adapt for varying levels, and coordinate with staff to deliver quality programming.