Folklorico Dance Instructor

Arc-After-School-and-Experiential-Educatio; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Arc-After-School-and-Experiential-Educatio is seeking a Folklorico Dance Instructor to plan and deliver diverse dance instruction, developing students' technical skills, creativity, discipline, and performance ability.

The role involves teaching techniques, creating curriculum-aligned lesson plans, conducting rehearsals, and organizing performances for school and community audiences. Emphasis on teamwork, confidence, and artistic expression across styles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dance 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

Dance styles

Creativity

Artistic expression

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Classroom management

Event coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dance

Performing Arts degree

Professional dance training

Job description

Job TitleFolklorico Dance InstructorDepartmentAfter School EnrichmentReports ToProgram CoordinatorJob SummaryThe 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 ResponsibilitiesTeach 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.QualificationsBachelor'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 CompetenciesDance performance and choreographyKnowledge of multiple dance stylesPhysical fitness and movement instructionCreativity and artistic expressionLeadership and teamworkExcellent communication and classroom managementPerformance coaching and event coordination