Dance Instructor

Mykroc; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,816 - 30,982; Part time

Job summary

Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center Chicago is seeking a Part Time Dance Instructor to teach dance classes and develop curriculum within the RJKCCC Arts & Education Department. You will collaborate with staff to establish assessments and build partnerships with schools and community organizations.

The role requires a strong background in teaching dance, curriculum design, and a commitment to community engagement under The Salvation Army guidelines.

Qualifications

• Three years of teaching experience.
• Evidence of dance performance experience.
• Experience in curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Teach dance classes.
• Design and implement curriculum, assessment rubrics, and lesson plans for each course taught.
• Provide activity records to the Fine Arts Director.
• Develop partnerships for dance programming with schools and organizations.
• Participate in recruitment and outreach efforts.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Willing to teach additional classes and workshops.
• Follow Salvation Army policies and procedures.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Leadership

Child interaction

Program coordination

Job description

Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center Chicago

JOB TITLE: Dance Instructor Part Time

LOCATION/DEPT: RJKCCC Kroc Arts & Education Department

REPORTS TO: Music & Gospel Fine Arts Manager

FLSA CATEGORY: Non‑Exempt

PAY GRADE: 203

PAY RANGE: $18.74‑22.49

The dance instructor will be responsible for teaching dance classes, developing curriculum and assessments, and establishing collaborative partnerships within the community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for teaching dance classes.
• Design and implement curriculum, assessment rubrics, and lesson plans for each course taught. Provide regular activity records to the Kroc Fine Arts Director.
• Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships for dance programming with schools and organizations.
• Participate actively in the recruitment and outreach efforts set forth by the Arts and Education Director.
• Attend assigned staff meetings.
• Willing to teach additional classes and workshops as needed.
• Follow and ensure adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures.
• Perform other assignments or duties as directed.
• This job description is not comprehensive; responsibilities may change at any time.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education:

Experience:

• Three years required, five years preferred of teaching experience.
• Provide a record of dance performance experience.
• Evidence of experience in curriculum development.

Skills /Abilities:

• Ability to work with children, parents and staff in a leadership capacity.
• Demonstrated initiative and self‑starter attitude.
• Performance experience in the teaching content area.
• Experience in dance curriculum development.
• Start class on time with room set‑up and reset room as required.
• Philosophy of education and child development consistent with The Salvation Army.
• Must be Safe from Harm certified within 30 days of hire.
• Commit only approved Army resources.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Satisfactory speaking, hearing and vision ability; excellent manual dexterity.
• Requires bending, squatting, dancing and walking.
• Standing for extended periods of time.

COMPETENCIES

• Maintain a positive work atmosphere through respectful communication with co‑workers and supervisors.
• Resolve conflicts positively.
• Treat staff, clients and visitors with courtesy.
• Respect others’ property and person.
• Use professional and appropriate communication with co‑workers, supervisors and subordinates.
• Support The Salvation Army mission by treating all donors, contacts and colleagues with respect and dignity, without discrimination.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

This individual will be evaluated on how effectively the outcomes of this position are achieved as well as the timeliness, accuracy, and completeness of accomplishing assigned goals.

Additional Information

The Salvation Army offers a competitive benefit package for eligible employees, which may include medical, dental, vision, hearing, disability and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) retirement accounts, a company‑funded defined contribution (pension) plan, and generous time‑off policies.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the Human Resources department.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Veterans/Disabled. Candidates who are back‑to‑work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.