Performing Arts Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

City of Roswell, Georgia

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Performing Arts Dance Instructor

Department : Recreation, Parks, Historic and Cultural Affairs

Pay Range : $25-$40 an hour depending on Experience

Job Status : (Part time 29 hours or less per week)

JOB SUMMARY

The instructor is responsible for providing year-round technical instruction in any or all of the following dance styles : ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop and modern / contemporary We are looking for instructors who can teach a variety of ages (from 1 year through adult) with abilities ranging from beginner to advanced abilities; choreograph routines for class demonstrations, recital, and special events; exercise exceptional customer service skills to effectively communicate with staff, participants and parents; & provide backstage help with recital and other performance events.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Dance : Prepare curriculum for class and follow structured format while also being flexible. Choreograph routines for class demonstrations and recitals. Knowledge in teaching basic through advanced level progressions of dance and movement education. Teach Dance Company classes based on level of experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience :

A performing arts degree is highly preferred; however, a minimum requirement is a high school diploma or greater education. Prior relevant experience is highly preferred. Must be energetic, responsible, dependable, and have the ability to multi-task.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : High degree of human relations skills. Ability to effectively communicate and manage information to peers, participants, staff and volunteers. Ability to motivate, coach, and lead participants in the field of dance and / or drama.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is sedentary to light which requires the ability to exert light physical effort, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and / or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-50 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time sitting or standing at a digital keyboard. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally with students and parents.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

The City has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

The City of Roswell, Georgia commits to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees, complying with local, state and federal laws. The City’s policy is to employ qualified persons without discrimination regarding race, creed, color, religion, age, sex, country of national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, political affiliation, ethnicity, or status in any other group protected by federal / state / local law.