Dance Instructor - ComEd Recreational Facility

ASM Global; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and supportive environment as a Dance Instructor, where your passion for dance and teaching will inspire youth participants. In this engaging role, you will develop and implement exciting class curriculums in various dance formats, including hip hop and cheer. You'll lead classes with enthusiasm, ensuring a safe and nurturing atmosphere while helping students achieve their artistic aspirations. This position offers flexible hours and the chance to make a lasting impact on young dancers' lives. If you have a love for dance and a knack for motivating others, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Paid Leave Accrual

Sick Time Accrual

401(k) once eligibility is met

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of dance techniques and teaching strategies required.

Responsibilities

• Instructs dance classes and maintains a positive environment.
• Prepares lesson plans and ensures safety standards are met.

Skills

Dance Instruction

Motivation Skills

Communication Skills

Safety Standards Awareness

Education

Current Red Cross CPR Certification

Specialty Certifications (Preferred)

Job description

POSITION: Dance Instructor - P/T Hourly

REPORTS TO: Facility Manager

PROGRAM TITLE: Girls Pom Poms

SUMMARY: Under Direct Supervision, the Dance Instructor develops class curriculums and provides instruction to youth participants. The dance formats may include hip hop, cheer, and pom pom.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Instructs scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time; provides adequate and effective dance skills and lessons.
• Leads the instruction of dance participants, according to the approved lesson plan, in a fun environment while teaching specific dance techniques.
• Maintains a positive, safe, and nurturing environment.
• Prepares specific dance class objectives and implements a detailed class lesson plan.
• Explains and demonstrates techniques and methods of regulating movements of the body to musical rhythmic accompaniment.
• Provides age-appropriate instruction, observes students to determine physical and artistic qualifications and limitations, and plans programs to meet students’ needs and aspirations.
• Ensures that safety standards are met, and department and facility policies are adhered to.
• Provides positive and professional communication with customers.
• Ensures the safety of all participants during classes and performances, and reports any problems, unsafe conditions, behavior issues, and accidents to the management.
• Maintains a class log and attendance.
• Keeps supplies area neat and organized.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Must possess current Red Cross CPR certification.
• Additional specialty/certifications preferred.
• Have working knowledge of fine arts, dance, and training principles.
• Have working knowledge of group dance teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, tempo, technique, and rhythm.
• Ability to be professional and motivate class participants; 3-5 years of teaching and instructional experience preferred.
• Ability to cooperate and work well with other staff members.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and as a team member.
• This position requires the ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

HOURLY RATE: $19.50

BENEFITS:

• Paid Leave Accrual
• Sick Time Accrual
• 401(k) once eligibility is met

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit for long hours, and work with various types of fitness equipment. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally must aid or assist participants. The employee must have the endurance to complete the instruction of the assigned program.