Dance Faculty Assistant

Dance Faculty Assistant

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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Arts Umbrella is where young artists ages 2–22 cultivate their creativity in Art, Design, Dance, Theatre, Music, and Film. As a non‑profit organization for arts education, we believe that art is powerful enough to change a child’s life in incredible ways. When young people connect with the arts, they gain self‑confidence, develop self‑discipline, and discover creative expression—qualities they carry with them for life.

Arts Umbrella has two locations in Vancouver and Surrey, and donor‑funded programs at schools, community centres, neighbourhood houses, and healthcare facilities across Metro Vancouver. We serve nearly 20,000 young people every year, with 77% participating in donor‑funded programmes.

• Support program instructors by preparing supplies and classrooms in advance, and working alongside them to ensure students are safe, supported, and engaged at all times while at Arts Umbrella.
• In collaboration with the teacher, demonstrate exercises, refocus classroom attention, and offer additional student notes.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to bring Arts Umbrella’s unique and creative vision to life, while fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.
• Assist classroom setup needed by the instructor.
• Communicate effectively and compassionately with students, parents, and community partners, ensuring that all participants feel valued and supported.
• Demonstrate sensitivity and awareness when working with vulnerable or at‑risk communities, adapting teaching and engagement approaches to meet diverse needs.
• Act as a positive role model by promoting equity, inclusion, and cultural awareness in every interaction.

• Knowledge of your artistic practice combined with proven ability to inspire creativity in children and youth.
• Previous experience working with children and youth in educational, community, or arts‑based settings.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and support vulnerable and at‑risk communities with sensitivity, empathy, and cultural awareness.

• Entry level

• Part-time

• Administrative

• Recreational Facilities

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