Dance Instructor

POSITION: Dance Instructor – P/T Hourly REPORTS TO: Dance Coordinator SUMMARY Under direct supervision, the Dance Instructor develops class curriculums and provides instruction to participants of a variety of ages including early childhood, youth, and/or adults. We are specifically looking for teachers for Sunday ballet classes, but are interested in adding more styles and days of the week if possible. The dance styles include, but are not limited to, ballet, jazz, acrobatics, tap, and hip hop. Teachers will need knowledge of traditional styles of dance, but more unique disciplines are welcome and encouraged. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Instructs scheduled classes, beginning and ending on time; provides adequate and effective dance skills and lessons Leads the instruction of dance participants, according to the approved lesson plan, in a fun environment while teaching specific dance techniques Assists with productions such as recitals, which may require hours outside of a normal teaching schedule Maintains a positive, safe, and nurturing environment Prepares Specific Dance Class objectives, and implement a detailed class lesson plan Explains and demonstrate dance techniques, and apply movements of body to musical accompaniment Provides age appropriate instruction for all levels of programs, observe students to determine physical and artistic qualifications and limitations, and plan programs to meet students’ needs and aspirations Ensures that safety standards are met, and that department and facility policies are adhered to Provides positive and professional communication with customers Ensures the safety of all participants during classes and performances, and report any problems, unsafe conditions, behavior issues, and accidents to management Maintains class attendance Keeps dance room neat and organized Other related duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must possess current Red Cross CPR certification. Additional specialty/certifications are preferred. Must have working knowledge of fine arts, dance, and training principles. Instructor must have a working knowledge of group dance teaching strategies and the incorporation of music, technique, and safe dance practices. The ability to be professional and motivate class participants is required. Also required is the ability to cooperate, work well with other staff members, work with limited supervision, and think as a team member. This position requires the ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays. (Hours): Part-Time. Year Round. This is a part-time position with up to 25 hours per week (hours vary seasonally). Must have availability in the evenings weekly. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit for long hours and work with various types of fitness equipment. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally must aide or assist participants. The employee must have the endurance to complete the instruction of the assigned fitness program. TO APPLY: Please submit a resume detailing relevant experience. Only candidates that apply through our online system will be considered. Applicants that need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact: 312-235-7148 Recruiter: Maggie Szot Contact: (312)235-7148 Soldier Field - ASM Global 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive Chicago, IL 60605 ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities,Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.