Dance Instructor
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Skokie Park District
Skokie, IL, US
Summary
Develop and instruct various dance styles for children and adults, including creating age-appropriate lesson plans. Manage choreography, music, and costumes for the annual recital and organize special dance events.
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Skokie, IL 60076Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $20.00 - $26.00 HourlyThe Dance Instructor is responsible for developing, organizing and instructing various forms of dance including hip hop, ballet, contemporary and/or jazz, to children aged 5 to 18 years of age as well as some adult classes. Prepares detailed lesson plans that are age appropriate. Responsible for the choreography, music selection and costume selection for the annual dance recital. In addition, plans and implements dance parties and dance special events as requested. Follows District safety standards, closely supervises children and provides a learning environment that is safe and fun for program participants.
Hours:
Thursday classes are available between the hours of 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM for summer, June 11-July 30. Thursday classes are available between the hours of 4:00 PM and 9:00 PM for fall beginning in September.
* This job falls in paygrade PT7. The target hiring range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00 depending on qualifications.
A link to our part-time wage scale can be found here:
https://www.skokieparks.org/part-time-wage-scale/
Additionally, a list of our benefits for staff can be found here:
https://www.skokieparks.org/assets/1/6/SPD-InternalBenefitsChart-20251.pdf
The Skokie Park District, we believe in fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We encourage applicants of all races, genders, ages, abilities, and identities to apply and join our team.
QualificationsPrefer Bachelor’s Degree in Dance, Performing Arts, Education or related field. Prefer at least one to three years of experience in youth dance instruction including ballet, tap, contemporary and/or jazz, and acro. Must possess excellent organizational, presentation and communication skills.
The Skokie Park District takes pride in its ability to serve the more than 63,000 residents of Skokie, Illinois and its customers throughout Chicagoland. Whether protecting natural resources, preserving historical sites or providing thousands of unique recreational opportunities within its more than 240 acres of parkland, the district has offered a multitude of quality programs since 1928.
In addition to its diverse array of programs and special events, the Skokie Park District also offers summer camps, state-licensed full-day childcare and preschool, and before- and after-school care for grades K-5. The district is a past winner of the “National Gold Medal for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.”
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Recreational Facilities
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Skokie, Illinois
The Skokie Park District takes pride in its ability to serve the more than 63,000 residents of Skokie, Illinois and its customers throughout Chicagoland. Whether protecting natural resources, preserving historical sites or providing thousands of unique recreational opportunities within its more than 240 acres of parkland, the district has offered a multitude of quality programs since 1928.
In addition to its diverse array of programs and special events, the Skokie Park District also offers summer camps, state-licensed full-day childcare and preschool, and before- and after-school care for grades K-5. The district is a past winner of the “National Gold Medal for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.”
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Recreational Facilities
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Skokie, Illinois
