Substitute Dance Instructor - McFetridge Sports Center

ASM Global; Chicago (IL); On-site; 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 Substitute Dance Instructor to fill in when regular instructors are unavailable. This part-time, hourly role teaches a variety of ages across ballet, jazz, hip hop and more under direct supervision.

You will lead classes, follow approved lesson plans, maintain a safe, positive environment, and communicate professionally with participants and families. Availability in the evenings and weekends is required, with up to 25 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must possess current Red Cross CPR certification.
• Working knowledge of fine arts, dance, and training principles.
• Ability to cooperate, work well with other staff, and think as a team member.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Instruct scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time; provide adequate and effective dance skills and lessons.
• Lead the instruction of dance participants, according to the approved lesson plan, in a fun environment while teaching specific dance techniques.
• Maintain a positive, safe, and nurturing environment.
• Explain and demonstrate dance techniques, and apply movements of body to musical accompaniment.
• Provide age-appropriate instruction for all levels of programs, observe students to determine qualifications and adjust class plan.
• Ensure safety standards are met, and that department and facility policies are adhered to.
• Provide positive and professional communication with customers.
• Ensure the safety of all participants during classes and performances, and report any problems, unsafe conditions, behavior issues, and accidents to management.
• Maintain class attendance.
• Keep dance room neat and organized.
• Other related duties as assigned

Skills

Dance instruction

CPR certification

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Job description

POSITION:

Dance Instructor – As needed, P/T Hourly

REPORTS TO:

Dance Coordinator

SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, the Substitute Dance Instructor fills in when regularly scheduled instructors are unable to teach, and provides instruction to participants of a variety of ages including early childhood, youth, teens, and/or adults. The dance formats include, but are not limited to, ballet, jazz, acrobatics, tap, musical theater, and hip hop.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Instruct scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time; provides adequate and effective dance skills and lessons
• Lead the instruction of dance participants, according to the approved lesson plan, in a fun environment while teaching specific dance techniques
• Maintain a positive, safe, and nurturing environment
• Explain and demonstrate dance techniques, and apply movements of body to musical accompaniment
• Provide age-appropriate instruction for all levels of programs, observe students to determine physical and artistic qualifications and limitations and adjust class plan
• Ensure that safety standards are met, and that department and facility policies are adhered to
• Provide positive and professional communication with customers
• Ensure the safety of all participants during classes and performances, and report any problems, unsafe conditions, behavior issues, and accidents to management
• Maintain class attendance
• Keep dance room neat and organized
• Other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must possess current Red Cross CPR certification. Additional specialty/certifications are preferred. Must have working knowledge of fine arts, dance, and training principles. Instructor must have a working knowledge of group dance teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, technique, and safe dance practices. The ability to be professional and motivate class participants is required. Also required is the ability to cooperate, work well with other staff members, work with limited supervision, and think as a team member. This position requires the ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays.

(Hours): Part-Time. Year Round. This is a part-time position with up to 25 hours per week (hours vary seasonally). Must have availability in the evenings weekly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit for long hours and work with various types of fitness equipment. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally must aid or assist participants. The employee must have the endurance to complete the instruction of the assigned fitness program.

HOURLY RATE : $21.00

BENEFITS

• Paid Leave Accrual
• Sick Time Accrual
• 401(k) once eligibility is met

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