Dance Instructor

Instructor must have demonstrated passion and experience in specialty, ideally in after-school settings.Instruction is achieved through a student-centered collaborative process which includes developing artistic technique, sharing personal and cultural experiences, engaging in dialogue rooted in a arts framework and allowing that the shape the artist and art formTeaching Artists function as support staff in the after school environment, helping to ensure a safe, positive, and organized environment for youth participants Pays:20.00-25.00 per hour RESPONSIBILITIES-Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.-Establish clear objectives for all lesson plans, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.-Prepare materials and classrooms for activities.-Progressive development of student skills leading to a final project-Provide support during academic/homework hour-Promotes positive character development in all youth-Set teaching goals for students.-Provide a fun, encouraging, and disciplined atmosphere.-Be able to control and motivate groups of pupils.-Demonstrate leadership, dependability, patience, and concern for others.-Communicate course information to students and parents.-Provide structure of Lesson Planning and curriculum enhancement.-Attend Professional Development instructor meetings.-Communicate requested information to the Artistic Director in a timely manner.-Track student attendance, including late arrival and early departure to address any concerns.-Have an understanding of health and safety.-Follow administrative and governmental safety and personnel policies, procedures, and ordinances.QUALIFICATIONS:-Associates Minimum in dance instruction education or performance BA/BS(preferred)-Minimum of two years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required.-Certifications and credentials in respective skill-based activity highly preferred.-Candidates who are qualified to lead instruction in more than one activity preferred as well.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES-Dance Instruction Knowledge, -A profound understanding of Dance Field.-Teach high quality skills and techniques to Elementary or Middle School Students-Able to teach and lead in lesson planning, directing, etc.