Coalition on Adult Basic Education
Recreation Instructor (Dance) – Level II or III
Coalition on Adult Basic Education, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80301
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Boulder, COtime type:
Part timeposted on:
Posted 13 Days Agojob requisition id:
JR7715It’s a great time to join the City of Boulder!**Application Deadline:**January 9, 2026**Compensation Details:**Full Pay Range21.01 - 29.40Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range.This is a part-time hourly position.**Scheduled Weekly Hours:**10**Benefit Eligibility Group:**Confirm with the Hiring ManagerLocate the Benefit Eligibility Group value on the
document to identify the benefits offered for this job.**Job Description Summary:**Level II
Under direct supervision, assist and lead in the instruction and classroom management of dance by helping young dancers develop and grow. Coaches students through safe, progressive, and effective foundations of dance.
Level III
Under direct supervision of the Dance Program Coordinator, High level Dance instructors will independently lead, instruct and motivate participants in dance classes. They are responsible for coaching students through safe, progressive, and effective foundations of dance.
Recreation Instructor II (Dance) - $16.25 – 22.75
Recreation Instructor III (Dance) - $19.45 – $27.22
Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range. This is a part-time hourly position.**Job Description:**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESLevel II· Teaches a variety of levels from beginner to advanced, in multiple styles of dance, including but not limited to, preschool, recreation, concert, and programs.· Choreograph age-appropriate routines.· Develops class curriculum, class management and leadership role with staff by sharing your dance knowledge.· Assists with Concert preparation and execution.Level III· Teaches foundational progression of dance skills and techniques for a variety of formats and ages independently.· Teaches a variety of levels from beginner to advanced independently, in multiple styles of dance, including but not limited to, preschool, recreation, concert, and programs.· Choreographs recreation and competition age-appropriate routines.· Develops class programming, choreography.· Assists in running special events, such as dance camps, concerts, community events and other performance opportunities.Levels II and III· Evaluates class participants for skills competency and make recommendations for progression.· Sets up equipment set up, maintains roll sheets, and communicates with parents.· Manages class in a leadership role with staff by sharing dance knowledge.· Takes proper safety precautions, anticipate unsafe circumstances, and act accordingly to prevent accidents and injuries.· Enforces rules, regulations, and policies; maintains safety, order and discipline of participants, and/or customers.· Performs customer relations role which may include interacting with parents, participants, program partners, and/or city staff to provide information and solve problems.· Works as part of a team, attending training, orientation and/or staff meetings as needed.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSLevels II and III· Ability to evaluate conditions in assigned areas and make judgments related to safety.· Ability to understand and observe participant behavior and monitoring exertion levels.· Ability to keep accurate records, organize information, and follow established procedures.· Ability totactfully and effectively communicate with participants, parents, & coordinators, with excellent customer service.· Ability to collaborate with co-instructors about lesson plan ideas. Work closely with coordinators and dance leads.· Ability and willingness to accept and provide feedback.· Ability to stay actively engaged and assist with development of dance skills.· Knowledge and strong understanding of basic dance technique with the ability to provide feedback to participants while ensuring proper class management tactics.· Knowledge and understanding of the importance of punctuality & consistency. Ability to commit to the agreed-upon schedule.· Have and maintainacceptable background information, including criminal conviction historyPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSLevel II· Ability to choreograph age-appropriate routines.· More than 1 year of teaching or assistant teaching experience.· Current Red Cross or equivalent CPR & First Aid certification.Level III· Previous experience teaching higher levels of dance, recreation and concert.· Choreography experience, both class and concert.· Have over 3 years of higher-level dance teaching experience.· Current Red Cross or equivalent CPR & First Aid certification.· Ability to communicate bilingually.REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCELevel II· One to two (1-2) years of experience participating in or teaching in a formal dance program or related experience.· Previous experience working with children and or teens.Level III· Two to Three (2-3) years of experience in dance class instruction.· Previous experience working with children, youth and adults.SUPERVISIONSupervision Received: Program SupervisorSupervision Exercised: NoneWORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS· Physical and mental effort: Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities that permit the employee to communicate effectively on the telephone and in person. Ability to lift and carry up to 45 lbs. Physical ability to stand, walk, and kneel; hand/eye coordination to operate personal computer and office equipment. Ability to work under stress from demanding deadlines, public contact, and changing priorities and conditions.· Working environment: Works primarily in a clean, comfortable environment. Works in a setting subject to continuous interruptions and background noises. Requires schedule flexibility, occasionally working nights and weekends. May work in both indoor and outdoor environments that are oftentimes impacted by weather and at times, unpredictable conditions.· Machines and equipment used: Frequently uses various fitness and/or dance equipment as well as occasionally standard office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators and copy/fax machines.**Additional Job Description:****Last updated:** November 21, 2025The City of Boulder is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected statute. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please send a request to riskmanagement@bouldercolorado.gov.and the many programs resources we offer our staff, we continually strive to weave respect for one another into the fabric of our organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Boulder, COtime type:
Part timeposted on:
Posted 13 Days Agojob requisition id:
JR7715It’s a great time to join the City of Boulder!**Application Deadline:**January 9, 2026**Compensation Details:**Full Pay Range21.01 - 29.40Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range.This is a part-time hourly position.**Scheduled Weekly Hours:**10**Benefit Eligibility Group:**Confirm with the Hiring ManagerLocate the Benefit Eligibility Group value on the
document to identify the benefits offered for this job.**Job Description Summary:**Level II
Under direct supervision, assist and lead in the instruction and classroom management of dance by helping young dancers develop and grow. Coaches students through safe, progressive, and effective foundations of dance.
Level III
Under direct supervision of the Dance Program Coordinator, High level Dance instructors will independently lead, instruct and motivate participants in dance classes. They are responsible for coaching students through safe, progressive, and effective foundations of dance.
Recreation Instructor II (Dance) - $16.25 – 22.75
Recreation Instructor III (Dance) - $19.45 – $27.22
Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range. This is a part-time hourly position.**Job Description:**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESLevel II· Teaches a variety of levels from beginner to advanced, in multiple styles of dance, including but not limited to, preschool, recreation, concert, and programs.· Choreograph age-appropriate routines.· Develops class curriculum, class management and leadership role with staff by sharing your dance knowledge.· Assists with Concert preparation and execution.Level III· Teaches foundational progression of dance skills and techniques for a variety of formats and ages independently.· Teaches a variety of levels from beginner to advanced independently, in multiple styles of dance, including but not limited to, preschool, recreation, concert, and programs.· Choreographs recreation and competition age-appropriate routines.· Develops class programming, choreography.· Assists in running special events, such as dance camps, concerts, community events and other performance opportunities.Levels II and III· Evaluates class participants for skills competency and make recommendations for progression.· Sets up equipment set up, maintains roll sheets, and communicates with parents.· Manages class in a leadership role with staff by sharing dance knowledge.· Takes proper safety precautions, anticipate unsafe circumstances, and act accordingly to prevent accidents and injuries.· Enforces rules, regulations, and policies; maintains safety, order and discipline of participants, and/or customers.· Performs customer relations role which may include interacting with parents, participants, program partners, and/or city staff to provide information and solve problems.· Works as part of a team, attending training, orientation and/or staff meetings as needed.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSLevels II and III· Ability to evaluate conditions in assigned areas and make judgments related to safety.· Ability to understand and observe participant behavior and monitoring exertion levels.· Ability to keep accurate records, organize information, and follow established procedures.· Ability totactfully and effectively communicate with participants, parents, & coordinators, with excellent customer service.· Ability to collaborate with co-instructors about lesson plan ideas. Work closely with coordinators and dance leads.· Ability and willingness to accept and provide feedback.· Ability to stay actively engaged and assist with development of dance skills.· Knowledge and strong understanding of basic dance technique with the ability to provide feedback to participants while ensuring proper class management tactics.· Knowledge and understanding of the importance of punctuality & consistency. Ability to commit to the agreed-upon schedule.· Have and maintainacceptable background information, including criminal conviction historyPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSLevel II· Ability to choreograph age-appropriate routines.· More than 1 year of teaching or assistant teaching experience.· Current Red Cross or equivalent CPR & First Aid certification.Level III· Previous experience teaching higher levels of dance, recreation and concert.· Choreography experience, both class and concert.· Have over 3 years of higher-level dance teaching experience.· Current Red Cross or equivalent CPR & First Aid certification.· Ability to communicate bilingually.REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCELevel II· One to two (1-2) years of experience participating in or teaching in a formal dance program or related experience.· Previous experience working with children and or teens.Level III· Two to Three (2-3) years of experience in dance class instruction.· Previous experience working with children, youth and adults.SUPERVISIONSupervision Received: Program SupervisorSupervision Exercised: NoneWORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS· Physical and mental effort: Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities that permit the employee to communicate effectively on the telephone and in person. Ability to lift and carry up to 45 lbs. Physical ability to stand, walk, and kneel; hand/eye coordination to operate personal computer and office equipment. Ability to work under stress from demanding deadlines, public contact, and changing priorities and conditions.· Working environment: Works primarily in a clean, comfortable environment. Works in a setting subject to continuous interruptions and background noises. Requires schedule flexibility, occasionally working nights and weekends. May work in both indoor and outdoor environments that are oftentimes impacted by weather and at times, unpredictable conditions.· Machines and equipment used: Frequently uses various fitness and/or dance equipment as well as occasionally standard office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators and copy/fax machines.**Additional Job Description:****Last updated:** November 21, 2025The City of Boulder is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected statute. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please send a request to riskmanagement@bouldercolorado.gov.and the many programs resources we offer our staff, we continually strive to weave respect for one another into the fabric of our organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr