Dance Instructor

City of McHenry -
McHenry, IL

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Job Details

Part-time
$17 an hour

Qualifications

Youth recreational activities facilitation
CPR Certification
Emergency evacuation drill instruction
Group choreography
Management
Youth programs teaching experience
Student record keeping
Parent collaboration
Parent communication
First Aid Certification
Child safety supervision
Safety hazards
Safety-focused fitness instruction
Dancing activities for children
Performing arts activities for children
Teaching experience with young children
Training
Teaching
Student safety monitoring
Safety protocol implementation
Working with youth
AED Certification
Specialization in creative arts instruction
First aid and CPR

Full Job Description

The City of McHenry Parks and Recreation Department is accepting applications for Dance Instructors. This positions supervises and facilitates dance programs for youth ages 3-17 based on the seasonal brochure calendar.

Posting will remain open until filled.

Job Duties

DECISION MAKING AND JUDGMENT

Responsible for providing diverse program experiences for assigned group
Be responsible for maintaining order and discipline within program
Market programs to other departments & community organizations where youth are present
Keep program within budget through program development and participant retention
Be prepared to discuss with a parent any experience a child has during program
Supervise volunteers while they are working, assist other staff, and follow/enforce policies set forth by supervisor

ADMINISTRATIVE

Will be at your program area and set up 15 minutes prior to start of scheduled activities
Create, plan and instruct weekly dance instruction; develop choreography for recital
Be available for staff meetings, planning periods, and trainings as scheduled
Keep program as clean, neat, and organized to optimize customer satisfaction
Maintain inventories and report any equipment problems or needs to the Recreation Supervisor
Report any incidents to the Recreation Supervisor and fill out any necessary paperwork within 24 hours of incident
Overall responsibility for maintaining all records
Submit attendance rosters, timesheets, and evaluations to Recreation Supervisor within 1 week of program ending.

SUPERVISION

Responsible for youth ages 3-17 at your program area and will be responsible for participants’ overall well-being at all times while in the care of the City of McHenry Parks & Recreation department
Keep accurate count of children in program at all times
Responsible for selecting, instructing, directing, and supervising the flow of work

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be motivated and able to implement oral and written instructions
Must be able to communicate respectfully and effectively with superiors, co-workers, parents, children ages 3-17
Must be physically able to lift a child (if necessary)
Must be able to lift 50 pounds
Must be able to evaluate situations and make decisions within established policies and standards
Requires frequent lifting and moving of equipment and supplies
Must be able to be participate in activities
Knowledge and physical ability to respond in emergency situations
Candidate must be energetic, outgoing, and interested in being a positive role model to young children
Candidate must possess strong oral and interpersonal communication skills
Candidate must possess ability to be flexible and adjust to changing work environment
Candidate must possess creativity, initiative, and willingness to learn and implement new ideas
Candidate must be trained and certified in First Aid and CPR/AED

ACCURACY

Requires accurate record keeping for programs

PARTICIPANT SAFETY

Review and understand all emergency drills and be prepared to implement them
Requires considerable attention and alertness to safety hazards
Must be able to take on a leadership role in matters of safety

PRINCIPLE ACTIVITIES:

Fill in at various positions when there are personnel shortages, vacations, or special projects
Other related duties as assigned and perform all duties in a respectful and responsible manner
Maintains all necessary records
Adheres to all policies and procedures

Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age or older
Must be an example of good moral behavior
Must have previous experience and knowledge with dance instruction and choreography
Supervise and facilitate dance activities to youth ages 3-17
Basic First Aid and CPR/AED certification current or obtained as soon as possible
Desire to work with children and parents
Require at least 6 months working and/or volunteering with children ages 3-17
Prefer one or more years of college in a related field (i.e. recreation, child development, dance, etc.)
Must have teaching and dance experience, along with strong leadership and communication skills
Must be self-motivated, possess leadership skills, responsible, organized, and have the ability to interact with children age-appropriately
Willingness to project the City of McHenry image by personal adherence to all policies
Demonstrate ability to interpret and administer all policies, established by the Parks & Recreation Department, to all employees and volunteers you may come in contact with

The City of McHenry is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

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