Part-Time Dance Instructor — Kids & Youth (Ballet/Tap)

ComEd Rec Center; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave Accrual

Sick Time Accrual

401(k) once eligibility is met

Job summary

Legends Global is seeking a part-time Dance Instructor for McFetridge Sports Center in Chicago. The role involves preparing curriculum and teaching pre-school to youth and adults in ballet, tap, and other styles, with Saturday morning availability.

Starting rate is $21 per hour, with paid lesson prep time and paid sick leave. Responsibilities include leading classes, assisting with recitals, maintaining safety, and communicating professionally with customers.

Qualifications

• Must possess current Red Cross CPR certification.
• Must have working knowledge of fine arts, dance, and training principles.
• Must have working knowledge of group dance teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, technique, and safe dance practices.
• Candidate should be professional and able to motivate participants.
• Ability to cooperate with staff, work with limited supervision, and be a team member.
• Position requires flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Part-Time, up to 25 hours per week; mornings availability requested.

Responsibilities

• Instruct scheduled classes, begin and end on time with effective dance lessons.
• Lead instruction of dance participants in a fun environment and teach techniques.
• Assist with productions/recitals, possibly hours beyond teaching schedule.
• Maintain a positive, safe, and nurturing environment.
• Prepare class objectives and implement detailed lesson plans.
• Explain and demonstrate techniques, applying movements to music.
• Provide age-appropriate instruction for all levels and observe students' needs.
• Ensure safety standards and policies are followed; communicate with customers.
• Maintain class attendance and keep the dance room neat and organized.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR Certification

Dance Knowledge

Training Principles

Group Dance Teaching

Professional Communication

Teamwork

Flexible Hours

Safety Practices

Job description

Legends Global is seeking a part-time Dance Instructor for McFetridge Sports Center in Chicago. The role involves preparing curriculum and teaching pre-school to youth and adults in ballet, tap, and other styles, with Saturday morning availability.

Starting rate is $21 per hour, with paid lesson prep time and paid sick leave. Responsibilities include leading classes, assisting with recitals, maintaining safety, and communicating professionally with customers.