Job Description:

Dance Teacher

The Dance Instructor is responsible for administering creative and fun ways to teach dance to children, while utilizing the Building Kidz dance curriculum. He or she works collaboratively with other members of the PA department to plan and develop one recital and one musical production a year.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Must possess a strong knowledge for dance and a love for working with kids.

Teach dance to groups of children 0-12 years of age. Classes range from 20-30 minutes

Manage a classroom for young children

Curriculum development and lesson planning

Able to effectively collaborate with other performing arts staff to plan two imaginative show productions a year, including but not limited to music, dance, theater, set design, and costume design.

Flexibility, teamwork, and initiative required.

Ability to work well harmoniously in a multicultural team.

Ability to promote a feeling of security and trust in children by being warm, supportive, and comforting.

Attendance at regular staff meetings; ability to take and incorporate feedback.

Perform additional duties as assigned by the Performing Arts Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

Strong knowledge of a variety of dance forms, terminology, and practices i.e. ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap etc.

Minimum 2-3 year’s formal training in one or all of the following practices: music, dance, and theater.

Minimum 2 years of teaching experience preferred but not required.

Experience in developing and teaching music/theater numbers utilizing different types of instruments and techniques preferred.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma (or equivalent) or ECE credits

CPR/First Aid Certification

Level One AZ Fingerprint Card

TB test in the last 1 year

*All applicants must have a valid Driver's License and a reliable car as we have multiple locations and bring our services to our schools throughout the East Valley.