Salvation Army Central Territory
Grand Rapids Kroc Center-Dance Instructor
Salvation Army Central Territory, Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States, 49503
Dance Instructor
The dance instructor will be responsible for teaching dance classes, developing curriculum and assessments, and establishing collaborative partnerships within the community. Essential Responsibilities:
Responsible for teaching dance classes. Effectively design and implement curriculum, assessment rubrics, and lesson plans for each course taught. A record and summary of activities must be provided to the Kroc Fine Arts Director on a regular basis. Develop and implement ongoing collaborative partnerships for dance programming with schools and organizations. Required to actively participate in the recruitment and outreach efforts set forth by the Fine Arts Director. Required to attend assigned staff meetings. Willing to teach additional classes and workshops as needed. Additional Responsibilities:
NOTE: This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Dance preferred, or equivalent qualified performance experience. Three years required; five years preferred of teaching experience. Provide a record of dance performance experience. Evidence of experience in curriculum development. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
Have the ability to work with children, parents and staff in a capacity of leadership. Demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-starter. Performance experience in individual content area of teaching. Experience in curriculum development of dance. Is expected to start class on time with room set-up and reset room as required. Have a philosophy of education and child development, which is consistent with that of The Salvation Army. A positive attitude and the ability to be flexible. A willingness to promote the mission of the Salvation Army. Certificates and Licenses:
Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed Have CPR/AED/First Aid certification or obtain within 45 days
The dance instructor will be responsible for teaching dance classes, developing curriculum and assessments, and establishing collaborative partnerships within the community. Essential Responsibilities:
Responsible for teaching dance classes. Effectively design and implement curriculum, assessment rubrics, and lesson plans for each course taught. A record and summary of activities must be provided to the Kroc Fine Arts Director on a regular basis. Develop and implement ongoing collaborative partnerships for dance programming with schools and organizations. Required to actively participate in the recruitment and outreach efforts set forth by the Fine Arts Director. Required to attend assigned staff meetings. Willing to teach additional classes and workshops as needed. Additional Responsibilities:
NOTE: This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Dance preferred, or equivalent qualified performance experience. Three years required; five years preferred of teaching experience. Provide a record of dance performance experience. Evidence of experience in curriculum development. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
Have the ability to work with children, parents and staff in a capacity of leadership. Demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-starter. Performance experience in individual content area of teaching. Experience in curriculum development of dance. Is expected to start class on time with room set-up and reset room as required. Have a philosophy of education and child development, which is consistent with that of The Salvation Army. A positive attitude and the ability to be flexible. A willingness to promote the mission of the Salvation Army. Certificates and Licenses:
Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed Have CPR/AED/First Aid certification or obtain within 45 days