Youth Dance Instructor - Part-Time

Wheaton Park District; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate individual to implement youth dance programs. This role involves choreographing and supervising recitals, ensuring a high quality of customer service, and actively engaging with participants. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in dance, particularly in Tap and Ballet, and must possess strong communication and organizational skills. If you are enthusiastic about dance and eager to inspire young dancers, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years old with at least 4 years’ experience in dance or related field.
• Must have experience in Tap and Ballet.

Responsibilities

• Choreograph, present, and supervise dance recitals.
• Manage classroom behavior and take attendance.
• Communicate with participants and parents effectively.

Skills

Dance Experience

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Choreography

Tap Dance

Ballet

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dance or related field

Job description

Opportunities with Wheaton Park District

create. discover. play.

Current opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Responsible for the implementation of youth dance programs.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Minimum 16 years old with at least 4 years’ experience in dance or related field required. Must have experience in Tap and Ballet. Bachelor’s degree in dance or related field preferred. Knowledge of objectives and ideals of dance elements desired. Must have good communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Choreograph, present, and supervise dance recitals.
2. Set up and report damage to equipment.
3. Actively participate by demonstrating dance steps.
4. Responsible for taking attendance and managing classroom behavior.
5. Must interact and communicate with participants and parents.
6. Responsible for communication and scheduling of makeup classes.
7. Maintain supplies and report any supply needs to recreation supervisor.
8. Provide a high quality of customer service in a professional manner to the internal customer that will facilitate team building and exceptional customer service to the external customer.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, ETC.

Must have and maintain: CPR/AED certified or obtain within one (1) year of employment. Be a “Mandated Reporter” for the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: frequently move about and position ones’ self as in dance instruction.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: work in an indoor environment with moderate to bright or low level lighting and moderate to loud noise.

SALARY

$16.00 - $20.00 DOQ

HOURS

Hours will vary between evenings and weekends depending on the needs of the program and availability of applicant.

Wheaton Park District is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V