About the Role
The role of a Step Dance Instructor within Concorde Education represents a unique and vibrant opportunity to impact the lives of students through the art and discipline of step dance. This position is designed to introduce students to the world of rhythm, coordination, and teamwork through step dance, a dynamic and culturally rich performance art, fostering physical skills, musicality, and a sense of community.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a step dance curriculum for elementary students, focusing on rhythm, teamwork, and performance skills.
- Conduct engaging step dance sessions instructing students in fundamentals, emphasizing teamwork and collaborative performance.
- Create and maintain a safe, respectful, and stimulating learning environment.
- Evaluate students' progress in step dance skills, providing constructive and encouraging feedback.
- Work closely with school personnel to ensure the step dance curriculum complements other educational programs.
- Monitor and document student progress, maintaining accurate records.
- Regularly communicate with educational stakeholders to share updates on student progress, program highlights, and upcoming events.
- Oversee the setup, maintenance, and storage of all step dance equipment and materials.
Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to design and implement a developmentally appropriate and engaging step dance curriculum for elementary students.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the capacity to effectively connect with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Strong ability to work collaboratively, accept constructive feedback, and adapt teaching methods to meet diverse student needs.
- High level of organizational competence, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage time efficiently, and meet deadlines consistently.
- Extensive knowledge and expertise in step dance, including its history, techniques, and performance practices.
- Previous experience teaching or performing in step dance or related dance forms is ideal.
- Experience in teaching, coaching, or mentoring youth, with an understanding of child development and strategies for fostering a positive learning environment.
- Ability to commit to a manageable schedule of one hour per week.
Skills
- Step dance instruction
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Organization
- Step dance techniques
- Performance practices
- Child development
Location
- Concorde Education
Work Type
- Part-time
- One hour a week
Experience Level
- Experienced Dancers
- Educators and Coaches
- Flexible Professionals
Salary/Compensations
- 50 - 100 USD Per hour
About the Company
- Concorde Education offers diverse educational programs.
