Responsible for planning and implementing quality dance instruction for participants ranging in age from 18mon. to 18 years old. This is a part-time II, non-exempt position that will take place during specified program and event dates when participant registration meets minimum requirements.  

The Dance Instructor must have a high school diploma or equivalent, experience, skill and knowledge in teaching a wide range of specified dance styles and techniques. Must also have experience in teaching children and teenagers. 

· Displays emotional maturity, respect, patience, flexibility and understanding when working with participants and their parents. 

· Develops age and content appropriate program lesson plans. 

· Assists in the development of program descriptions for seasonal brochures.

· Informs program administrator of seasonal program date and time needs. 

· Obtains supplies for programs. 

· Contacts program administrator prior to the start of sessions to determine program registration needs and potential cancellations and strives to find ways to accommodate those on waiting lists. 

· Obtains updated class lists from Park District Registrar and takes attendance for each class. 

· Directs activities which are planned and approved for specific program. 

· Identifies and reports to the Park District staff and/or program administrator about special situations, accidents, incidents, repairs, patron complaints, etc.

· Communicates with parents regarding their child’s progress and any behavior issues. 

· Works within allotted time for planning, preparation and implantation of programs.  

· Attends any required in-service training. 

· Notifies program administrator of any planned and unplanned program cancellations and assists in notifying program participants. 

· Choreographs dance routines for dance classes to perform in annual dance recitals. 

· Coordinates dance recitals, picture day and dress rehearsal in conjunction with other Park District Dance Instructors and the Superintendent of Recreation. 

· Attends meetings with Superintendent of Recreation, NRC East Facility Coordinator & other Park District Dance Instructors. 

· Works closely with other Park District Dance Instructors.  

· Communicates with participants and parents about dance costume measurements, dance costume application, picture day, dance dress rehearsal, dance recitals, etc. 

· Communicates with recital venue staff regarding special rehearsal and recital needs.

· Assists in the marketing of Park District programs. 

· Promotes a positive attitude among staff members and patrons. 

· Obtains and maintain CPR, first aid and AED certifications. 

· Promotes and performs all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the Park District’s safety program. 

· Exhibits pride in the facility and a vested interest by keeping dance studios clean and orderly.