Folklorico Dance Instructor

arc After School and Experiential Education; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

arc After School and Experiential Education in the Greater Los Angeles Area—Torrance, CA—seeks a Folklorico Dance Instructor for part-time work. You will plan and deliver diverse dance instruction, developing students’ technical skills, creativity, discipline, and stage performance abilities.

You will guide rehearsals, prepare students for performances and assessments, and foster teamwork, confidence, and artistic expression through engaging lessons and community events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dance, Performing Arts, or related field.
• Professional dance training and/or certification.
• Experience in teaching or professional dance performance.
• First Aid/CPR certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Teach dance techniques, choreography, and performance skills.
• Develop lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
• Conduct rehearsals and prepare students for performances.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Promote physical fitness, safety, and injury prevention.
• Organize dance productions and community performances.
• Foster teamwork, confidence, and artistic expression.

Skills

Dance performance

Choreography

Multiple dance styles

Movement instruction

Creativity

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Classroom management

Event coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Dance/Performing Arts

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Greater Los Angeles Area - Torrance, CA 90501, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $30.00 - $35.00 Hourly, Job Title: Folklorico Dance Instructor

After School Enrichment

Program Coordinator

Job Summary

The Dance Instructor plans and delivers dance instruction in various styles while developing students' technical skills, creativity, discipline, and performance abilities. The instructor prepares students for performances, competitions, and assessments.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach dance techniques, choreography, and performance skills.
• Develop lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
• Conduct rehearsals and prepare students for performances.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Promote physical fitness, safety, and injury prevention.
• Organize dance productions and community performances.
• Foster teamwork, confidence, and artistic expression.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dance, Performing Arts, or related field.
• Professional dance training and/or certification.
• Experience in teaching or professional dance performance.
• First Aid/CPR certification is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Dance performance and choreography
• Knowledge of multiple dance styles
• Physical fitness and movement instruction
• Creativity and artistic expression
• Leadership and teamwork
• Excellent communication and classroom management
• Performance coaching and event coordination