Assistant Dance Instructor

Mbcparks Rec; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Mbcparks Rec is seeking an Assistant Dance Teacher in Martinsburg, WV, to assist with instructing children aged 3-18 in various dance disciplines. This role offers potential for leadership advancement over time, emphasizing effective communication and class management skills.

The ideal candidate must be at least 16 years old, possess reliable transportation, and be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends. Dance experience and the ability to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED Certification within 6 months are required.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Reliable transportation is necessary.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights/weekends.
• Dance experience is required.
• Experience working with children is preferred.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED Certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in instructing children in various dance disciplines.
• Handle high-pressure situations such as accidents and minor injuries.
• Communicate with students and lead teacher when necessary.
• Manage effective class sessions.

Skills

Effective communication

Class management

Organizational skills

Leadership abilities

Education

Dance experience

First Aid/CPR/AED Certification

Job description

SUMMARY

This job includes assisting the lead teacher with instruction and education of childrenbetween the age(s) of 3-18 years in various dance disciplines. This position has the opportunity to move up in leadership over time.

QUALIFICATIONS

The individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• 16 years of age or older
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights/weekends

Character Traits

• Outgoing personality
• Having a like for children
• Ability to provide effective communication
• Capacityto understand and follow oral and written orders
• Able to take corrective feedback and apply it in future behavior
• Take charge attitude with leadership abilities
• Organized and being able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Electronics

• Must have a device where company apps can be downloaded
• Must have your own working email address

Physical Demands

• Demonstratevarious progressions or skills with arms, legs, head,etc.
• Be on your feet and active foranhour or more at a time
• Spot all skillsrequired ofthe classes that you are teaching

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES

• Ability to handle high pressure situations such as accidentsandminor injuries
• Being on time,dependable, andmaintainthe same schedule
• Communicating with students and lead teacher throughout sessions when necessary
• Be able to have effective class management skills

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Dance experience isrequired
• Experience working with children preferred
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date

WORK CONDITIONS

• Dance facilities are covered, climate-controlled facilities