Hip-Hop Dance Instructor — Seasonal Evenings (Ages 3-11)

Lisle Park District; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Lisle Park District is seeking a creative Hip-Hop Dance Instructor to lead classes for children aged 3–11 in a fun, safe environment. The seasonal role runs January through May with weekday evenings and potential for year-round work based on class need.

The instructor will plan lessons, curate age-appropriate playlists, and monitor safety while coordinating with the manager on music, costumes, and recital prep. Strong communication with parents is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 16 yrs. of age.
• Experience teaching dance to young students.
• Must be able to demonstrate various forms of Hip-Hop.
• Strong interpersonal skills and work well with the public and other staff.
• Greet parents before and after each class to share updates, answer questions, and keep parents informed about progress and upcoming events.
• Ability to follow direction and work independently.
• Understanding and ability to deliver quality customer service.

Responsibilities

• Instructs students in Hip-Hop dance.
• Develops daily lesson plans with differentiation and ongoing assessment.
• Takes attendance and reports injuries or concerns to Manager.
• Curates class playlists with appropriate music for each age range and style.
• Drills pupils in execution of dance steps.
• May teach theory and practice of dance notation.
• May choreograph and direct dance performance.
• May teach history of dance.
• May sub for other dance classes as needed.
• Explains techniques for regulating movements to music.
• Creates a positive classroom environment promoting engaged learning.
• Arrives 10-15 minutes prior to class to prepare studio and equipment.
• Keeps studio clean and organized after each class.
• Reports studio needs to the Manager promptly.
• May assist in selecting recital costumes and music for different ages and skill levels.

Skills

Hip-Hop

Teaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Job description

Lisle Park District is seeking a creative Hip-Hop Dance Instructor to lead classes for children aged 3–11 in a fun, safe environment. The seasonal role runs January through May with weekday evenings and potential for year-round work based on class need.

The instructor will plan lessons, curate age-appropriate playlists, and monitor safety while coordinating with the manager on music, costumes, and recital prep. Strong communication with parents is essential.