Dance Instructor

Barrington Park District; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Barrington Park District is seeking a part-time Dance Instructor responsible for teaching dance classes to students of various ages. Candidates should have solid teaching experience and a strong background in various dance techniques.

The role involves planning classes, maintaining safety, and providing quality customer service. A High School Diploma is required, and prior teaching experience is preferred.

Certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED is a must within three months of hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 - 3 years teaching experience.
• Minimum 8 years of dance experience.
• Certified in Red Cross First Aid, CPR and AED within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach developmentally appropriate dance classes for various ages.
• Maintain program quality and safety.
• Organize and supervise activities for students.

Skills

Teaching experience

Knowledge of dance techniques

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Degree in Dance Education or related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Barrington, IL 60010

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Category: Dance/Cheer/Poms

Position Summary

The position of Dance Instructor is a part‑time position. The Dance Instructor is under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor and is responsible for planning and teaching a developmentally appropriate class for students of various ages in a variety of dance techniques.

Essential Functions

• Shall ensure program activities are conducted safely and conducted according to all safety guidelines
• Organize class and ensure that the program is of high quality, efficiency and safety at all times.
• Work is performed at a self-controlled pace, but may vary depending on the demands of the job required.
• Develop and prepare a plan of activities suited for children
• Develop, plan and implement spring recital and holiday dance show annually
• Be vocal while explaining activities
• Organize and supervise specific activities for the skill that is being taught
• Deliver quality customer service at all times. Remembering to keep information confidential
• Accident, incident reports must be turned in the day the accident occurred. Any major accidents must be reported to the Recreation Supervisor immediately
• Shall keep the Recreation Supervisor informed of any changes or problems that may arise in the class meeting.
• Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the District's safety program
• Take attendance for each class
• Collect program evaluations when necessary
• Maintain an organized session
• Shall perform other work as is assigned by the Recreation Supervisor and/or the Superintendent of Recreation
• Prevent accidents through enforcement of policies, rules, regulations and ordinances governing the conduct of children during programs
• Attend all required staff meetings with Recreation Supervisors as well as other staff

Safety and Risk Management

• Uphold safety and risk management strategies in support of and compliance with Park District policies, procedures, ordinances and practices
• Familiarity with and effective implementation of the Employee Safety Manual, Emergency Response Plan, and Crisis Management Plan
• Attend professional educational and safety trainings
• Assist with emergency procedures and building evaluation
• Utilize Personal Protective Equipment when performing duties, based on job tasks
• Correct unsafe conditions and/or report them to supervisor
• Promptly report hazardous conditions, accidents and injuries to supervisor
• Complete incident/accident report forms and promptly forwards them to supervisor

Qualifications

• Degree in Dance Education or related field preferred
• Minimum 2 - 3 years teaching experience
• Minimum 8 years of dance experience
• High School Diploma Required
• Complete knowledge of a variety of dance techniques
• Ability to teach in any given class situation
• Certified in Red Cross First Aid, CPR and AED within 3 months of hire

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to talk, hear or read
• Frequently required to stand; walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds; and over 30 pounds with assistance
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception

Psychological Considerations

• Employee should be able to maintain a positive working relationship with other employees
• Possess the ability to work well with the general public, parents, peers and park district employees
• Employee must work effectively under deadlines in a variety of environments and elements.
• Employee must demonstrate leadership qualities to perform required work
• Employee must be able to function in a sometimes fast and ambiguous environment

Physiological Considerations

None

Environmental Considerations

• Employee performs most activities indoors. Indoor environmental conditions will include lighting and temperature

Cognitive Responsibilities

• Must be knowledgeable about subject matter and constantly strive for improvement
• Employee must use good safety awareness and judgment in all aspects of the position
• Must be able to respond to and handle children's behaviors in a positive appropriate manner
• Employee must have the ability to follow directions
• Employee must have good verbal communications skills
• Employee must possess time management and organization skills to effectively perform the job
• Employee must have the ability to make judgments with respect to confidential information and problem solving