Job Description

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Studio Owner/Director — Create Recreational Choreography, Instruct various Leveled Recreational Dance Classes, Lead Rehearsals, Attend Off Site Performance Events, Attend Recitals & Community Performances, etc.

Education, Experience, & Training

• High school diploma or equivalent. Preference will be given towards candidates with a bachelor’s degree in education, dance, youth services, and/or are working toward a degree in these areas.
• At least 3 years experience in dance instruction
• Ability to plan, organize, and lead classes.
• Ability to lead, guide, and supervise dancers.
• Excellent communication skills with parents, dancers, studio director, and other staff.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and handle grievances while upholding studio policy
• Ability to contribute to and improve on the recreational dance program.
• Ability to act within, instill in others, and maintain studio culture within the program.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Excellent comprehension of ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, and hip hop dance techniques
• Excellent customer service skills and a high level of understanding of customer service principles
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Apple computer programs. Special consideration will be given to those with working knowledge of Trello, Asana, and JackRabbit Dance software

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement all program items given by the Studio Owner/Director
• Assist with assessing class placement for all dancers within the program
• Select and/or gain approval of all music selections, costumes, and themes for all performance pieces
• Edit all music sections to the discretion of the Studio Director
• Monitor progress and attendance of every dancer within assigned classes
• Communicate with Studio Director immediately if an issue should arise with a plan to remedy said issue.
• Adhere to Instructor Due Date Calendars
• Attend all studio events (rehearsals, recitals, open house, block parties, etc.)
• Input dancer evaluations in a timely manner
• Attend all monthly staff meetings
• Instruct class with a high level of energy, positivity, and with attention to detail ensuring successful growth of dancers under your instruction
• Assist entire staff in maintaining a clean and organized environment

Job Type

Part-time
Pay: $20.00 – $30.00 per hour
Benefits:

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance

• Bonus opportunities
• Hourly pay

Work Location

In person

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