Dance instructor job description

Job DescriptionSalary: $16.50-$25.00 per hour

We are seeking additional instructors for gymnastics at all levels - from preschool, to recreational, through competitive levels. CSC is a great place to work with an unmatched energy and level of support to all its staff. Apply and find your next part-time job, or a possible lifetime career. You're going to love working here.

Purpose: Provide kids of all ages building blocks for success through the physical activity of gymnastics . Instructors are expected to bring professionalism, enthusiasm, safe practices, and their own unique experiences and strengths to their teaching, while following all guidelines as outlined in the Instructor Handbooks. CSC has a curriculum ready to be incorporated into all lessons, but provides the opportunity to use your own skills to become the best you can be.

Success is measured by each instructor’s ability to gain smiles and skills from within full classes, build loyalty through active learning week after week, and then progress students up to the next level.

Instructors teach with the support and guidance of an entire team of other coaches led by a Gymnastics Coordinator who is in charge of setting the standards of instruction for the program. Excellent training toward higher levels is provided. Instructors also implement and/or promote specific themes, skills, goals, projects, and events, as assigned.

CSC Instructors also enthusiastically partner with site leadership to refine the customer experience - to the benefit of all students, parents, and each other.

Ultimately, CSC’s priorities define the position:

1. To TEACH.
2. To provide OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE.
3. To provide a SAFE AND HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT for all.
4. To have FUN (and encourage others to have fun).

Qualifications:

• A strong willingness to learn gymnastics and dance skills progressions for all abilities
• Experience in child related services or youth sports coaching is given priority.
• Direct gymnastics and/or dance teaching experience is a major plus.
• CPR, First Aid certification completed, or registered to be completed within the first 30 days and thereafter maintained.
  
• Able to lift/assist levels assigned (minimum 45 lbs.)
• A background as a dancer on a team or an athlete in competitive sports - is a great bonus.

General Skills: Leadership – Self-motivated, but also a team player. Confidently leads groups of children. Knowledge – Developing a strong understanding of beginner & intermediate dance & gymnastics concepts - to start - and if qualified take on more advanced or team level responsibilities. Utilizes appropriate skill progressions & development, and knows all associated terminology. Communication – Demonstrates strong communication skills with parents & students, fellow instructors, and CSC office staff & management.

Arch Amenities Group, one of the world's leading spa and fitness management firms, is seeking a Dance Instructor for Southern Highlands, an exclusive golf membership property in Las Vegas, NV. The Dance Instructor is responsible for providing quality fitness programs designed to meet the needs of members, residents, or guests.

Ideal candidate will have background experience teaching Latin, Ballroom, Salsa, Dance Fitness classes and all dance classes designed for either couples or solo training. Apply today for immediate consideration!
Responsibilities
• Ensuring that a safe and healthy environment exists for exercising
• Arriving to teach class in advance of the scheduled time to greet participants, answer questions and address concerns
• Dressing appropriately for teaching exercise classes
• Arriving well-prepared, music cued and routine thought out
• Knowing the names of participants who attend your classes
• Sharing educational information with your class participants
• Teaching classes with energy and enthusiasm
• Motivating class participants to the best of your ability
• Noting new participants and sharing basic exercise information with them
• Keeping up-to-date on safety and fitness trends
• Reporting any equipment/facility problems to the management team
• Begins and ends all classes on time.
• Ensures that class areas are clean and set according to procedures.
• Attends all scheduled meetings
• Attends schedules professional trainings.
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
• Must have 2+ year(s) experience with dance instruction
• Must have educational background in Physical Education, Exercise Science, Health Education or related field
• Valid CPR Certification
• Valid Standard First Aid Certification
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills to work positively with different populations, in groups and individually
• Must be well-organized and prepared to teach classes
• Must be in excellent physical condition to teach group exercise
• Must be able to think independently and develop routines for teaching specific exercise classes
• Must be able to keep confidences and practice discernment
• Ability to lift 25 lbs
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury
• This position required the ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, walk, and talk
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms we can omit this one too
• Normal work hours: varied to include nights, weekends, and holidays
Facility/Job Highlights
Arch Amenities Group is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.
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We are growing! Fred Astaire Dance Studios is excited to be adding to our team; we are currently hiring for the position of Dance Instructor.

Whether you have years of dance and/or dance instructor experience or none at all, you could have a successful future with us! If you love interacting with people, having fun, helping others, staying very active, and having control over your earnings, you will enjoy a career with Fred Astaire Dance Studios !

As a high-energy, customer-focused Dance Instructor, you will conduct Private and Group Dance Classes throughout the week. Together with your Fred Astaire team, you'll guide students as they achieve their personal dance goals - whether it's a single event or a lifelong journey of dance. Through meeting and working closely with people from all demographics, you'll experience the rare honor of enriching your students' lives - all while attaining your own personal growth in the unique Fred Astaire environment.

In addition to regular studio hours throughout the week, we host fun events on weekday evenings and/or weekends, which you would attend along with your students.
Who we are:

Fred Astaire Dance Studios is the leader in ballroom dance instruction across the country and around the world. Founded by Mr. Fred Astaire in 1947 with one studio on Park Avenue in Manhattan, we have grown our franchise network to over 180 dance studio locations serving over 25,000 students!

Our Mission:

We are global family, proudly honoring the legacy of Mr. Fred Astaire, committed to pursuing excellence of life through dance.

We welcome everyone who is starting a dance journey, and we believe that learning to dance is easy and fun! Dancing is for everybody, and every body can dance. The benefits of dance enrich every area of life, and it transcends age, body size/shape, and all levels of physical ability. Dance can aid in healing body and spirit; it can build community, and communicate without words.

Students stay with Fred Astaire Dance Studios because of our atmosphere of kindness, warmth and caring at every location. Our students tell us they notice it from the first time they step inside our studio - a tangible energy and sense of “FADS Community” that is welcoming, non-judgmental, and fun!

Fred Astaire Dance Studios has something for everyone! We offer Group and Private Lessons - no partner required. There are opportunities to travel and perform in beautiful venues, and we host local parties for dance practice and social engagement. We host an average of 35 spectacular branded National, Inter-Regional and Regional Dance Competitions annually, giving our students and professionals opportunities to compete in a variety of categories. For weddings, we prepare the happy couple, mom and dad, and the wedding party for the big day, or we can create a spectacular dance choreography for the whole wedding party!

Our Brand Promise:

Enriching lives - physically, mentally, emotionally & socially, through the positive, transforming power of dance

Requirements

Successful Dance Instructors:

Are self-motivated, enthusiastic and 100% passionate about dance.

Have outstanding customer service skills.

Understand what it takes to be successful and are willing to commit to the work.

Hold themselves accountable.

Are unselfish team players.

Eagerly accept coaching and feedback for improvement.

Have a positive attitude and optimistic outlook - cup is always half-full!

Establish exceptional physical fitness/endurance levels to perform this role successfully.

Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with students of all ages and levels of ability.

Benefits

As a Fred Astaire Certified Dance instructor, you can expect us to provide you:

A high energy-fun filled work environment!

A variety of activities to participate in and offer students such as group and private lessons, performances, parties and competitions.

The best initial and ongoing professional dance training in the country.

A robust and well-established dance curriculum and program to teach the students.

Access to top-level national dance coaches to help further your dance skills.

Expert training programs to develop both your dance and business skills.

Professional advancement at all management levels including potential studio ownership!

Opportunities to compete and earn championship titles and prize money in both Pro and Pro-Am categories.

Beautiful venues to perform with other professionals and with your students.

Travel opportunities.

Our compensation plan includes multiple components:

Salary commensurate with experience

Multiple opportunities to earn bonuses.

Competition winnings

Benefits including: PTO/Vacation, Continuing Education, Health and Wellness Benefits