Polynesian Dance Mentor for Youth Enrichment

Step-By-Step Cultural Arts; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Step-By-Step Cultural Arts is seeking a Polynesian Dance Instructor to provide engaging instruction and youth enrichment on school campuses and at our Highland studio in California. The role includes planning lessons, managing equipment, and supervising TK–12 students while teaching dances from various Polynesian cultures.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of teaching children and Polynesian dance experience, strong English communication, and the ability to work in a classroom setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience working with children.
• Minimum of two years of experience in Polynesian dance.
• Strong English communication; bilingual Spanish is preferred.
• Must pass Live Scan (criminal background check) and drug testing; TB test; CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide Polynesian dance instruction and youth enrichment lessons to TK–12 students on school campuses and in the Highland, CA studio.
• Plan lessons, create unit sequences, and model dance techniques and vocabulary.
• Manage equipment and supplies, set up audio/video systems as needed, and complete required paperwork.
• Supervise students, foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, and support student engagement and safety.
• Collaborate with site leadership, participate in staff trainings, and support program implementation.

Skills

Fluent English

Spanish (bilingual preferred)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Step-By-Step Cultural Arts is seeking a Polynesian Dance Instructor to provide engaging instruction and youth enrichment on school campuses and at our Highland studio in California. The role includes planning lessons, managing equipment, and supervising TK–12 students while teaching dances from various Polynesian cultures.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of teaching children and Polynesian dance experience, strong English communication, and the ability to work in a classroom setting.