Dance Instructor llI​/Program Aide - Kroc Center Hawaii

Job Category: Professional Educator/Teacher

Requisition Number: DANCE
025353

• Posted :
  September 1, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

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Kroc Hawaii Corps Com Ctr
Salvation Army Kroc Community Center
Ewa Beach, HI 96706, USA

POSITION TITLE:

Dance Instructor III / Program Aide
DEPARTMENT:
Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center Kroc Center Hawaii
SUPERVISOR:
Creative Arts and Education Manager
FLSA STATUS:
Non-Exempt, Hourly
CLASSIFICATION:
Part-Time
- Hours vary to include weekends as needed

PAY RATES:

• Program Aide- non-teaching duties: $16.00 per hour
• Dance Instructor - actual instruction (teaching) duties: $40.00 per hour

GENERAL STATEMENT:
The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the goal of all programs is a spiritual, emotional and physical regeneration of all people.

MISSION STATEMENT:
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

KROC CENTER HAWAII VISION:
Kroc Center Hawaii is a dynamic and flourishing gathering place for diverse communities where all are welcomed, inspired and transformed through the love of Christ.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Dance Instructor III independently leads dance classes and is responsible for lesson planning, student development, and performance preparation. This role builds on foundational teaching skills by demonstrating strong classroom management, instructional consistency, and increased responsibility for program delivery and participant experience.

This position will have a deep commitment to the mission of The Salvation Army, which will be evident in his or her professional life and the way he or she represents The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in the community.

• 8+ years of dance, theater, or performing arts teaching experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead advanced classes independently and consistently
• Proven expertise in choreography, technique instruction, and performance preparation
• Strong classroom management and leadership/mentorship skills
• Experience developing and implementing curriculum and structured lesson plans
• Ability to assess student performance and implement advanced development strategies
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be accepted.

• Bachelor’s degree in dance or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• Professional experience in dance performance, choreography, or instruction
• Experience preparing students for competitions, advanced performances, or showcases
• Experience mentoring, coaching, or supervising instructors or assistants
• 12 years’ experience in program development, curriculum design, or arts education leadership
• Demonstrated ability to work with parents, volunteers, and community partners
• Certifications or specialized training in dance techniques, youth development, or instruction

• Lead advanced and specialized dance classes with full responsibility for classroom management, instruction quality, and student outcomes
• Design, implement, and refine curriculum and lesson plans; ensure alignment with program goals and submit as required
• Demonstrate advanced techniques, choreography, and artistic expression while adapting instruction to diverse skill levels
• Evaluate student progress, provide detailed feedback, and implement strategies to drive high-level skill development
• Choreograph and prepare students for performances, recitals,…