Job Description

Dance Instructor

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Competition #26011C

Contract

North Vancouver Recreation & Culture (NVRC) is dedicated to building healthy individuals, families, and communities. We offer a wide range of recreation and cultural programs and services to residents of all ages and abilities. We are looking for positive, enthusiastic and friendly individuals to deliver memorable experiences to our customers.

WHY WORK FOR US?

You will be an integral part of our dedicated staff team who continually strive to make a difference in the recreation and cultural lives of North Vancouver residents. NVRC values employees, offering a competitive wage and a great working environment. We are currently looking for Dance Instructors to lead programs for adults, youth and children in a variety of dance forms.



If you have experience teaching and practicing any of the following: ballet, hip hop, jazz, tap, ballroom, contemporary, preschool creative dance or you would like to propose another dance form, please connect with us through this application process. Please note that we are hiring dance instructors and not dance businesses.

ABOUT YOU

You are a team player committed to community. You will plan and instruct developmentally appropriate dance classes, and prepare your own music and choreography. Classes will include warm up, skill development and dance routines. You will be working in a creative environment utilizing your leadership and people skills while maintaining a safe environment to engage students to expand their interest in dance. You are an excellent communicator with a positive, energetic and enthusiastic attitude.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

In-depth knowledge of dance techniques and forms Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Strong organizational and supervisory skills Proven ability to create and implement lesson plans Ability to build a rapport with students, parents of students, and staff Some knowledge of community recreation principles and practices Ability to be flexible in a dynamic environment

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Candidates must have experience in their chosen dance form and 1 year teaching experience. All instructors working with children must have a current Emergency First Aid certificate

and HIGH FIVE: Principles of Healthy Child Development training (available online through BCRPA). All candidates are required to submit a Police Information Check as a condition of employment.



Hours may vary and instructors should be prepared to work days, evenings and/or weekends at any North Vancouver Recreation & Culture location.



North Vancouver Recreation & Culture is proud of the quality programs they offer and the fun atmosphere staff enjoy while working with children, youth and adults of all abilities!

HOURLY RATE:

The pay for this casual position ranges between $27.72 - $38.38 per hour, based on education and experience, plus 4% vacation pay.

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

APPLY ONLINE AT:

https://nvrc.peopleadmin.ca/postings/2823

We thank you for your interest in employment with North Vancouver Recreation & Culture and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.




Education : Other trades certificate or diploma


Experience : 1 year to less than 2 years