Youth Dance Instructor - Part-Time

Responsible for the implementation of youth dance programs.

Minimum 16 years old with at least 4 years’ experience in dance required. 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.

• Create and implement lesson plans appropriate to skill level and dance style.
• Prepare participants for end of session shows or recitals as needed including choreographing dances, choosing costumes, and music and be in attendance for performances.
• Responsible for taking attendance and managing classroom behavior.
• Must interact and communicate with participants and parents.
• Responsible for communication and scheduling of makeup classes.
• Maintain supplies and report any supply needs to recreation manager.
• 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.
• Follow the Wheaton Park District policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Proactively support the District Mission Vision and Values.
• Maintain good safety awareness and follow all safety guidelines and procedures.

Must have and maintain: CPR/AED certified or obtain within 90 days of employment. Be a “Mandated Reporter” for the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act.

Must be able to: frequently move about and position one's self as in dance instruction.

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

Vary depending on availability of candidate.

16.00 - $20.00 DOQ

• This category recognizes that certain positions within the District do not fit traditional job grades.
• Jobs in this category are populated by part-time instructors/fixed amount/gratuity based/other positions.

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