Position Overview:
The Advanced Dance Instructor reports to the Dance Supervisor. This position is responsible for representing the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo by displaying a professional and high energy image while meeting the needs of the community. The Advanced Dance Instructor will be respectful of program participants and will be responsible for making sure the activities and areas remain clean, safe, and well maintained. This position plays a critical role as one of our front line staff members and must display an exemplary level of customer service through the MacDonald Island Dance Academy offered by the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo.
Responsibilities:
- Teach Dance Programs
- Develop class plans that reflect the various ages and abilities of dancers
- Follow syllabus and prepare students for examinations
- Prepare choreography including music selection and costume
- Make recommendations to further develop programming
- Teach dance programs in accordance with the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo and MacDonald Island Dance Academy’s Policies and Procedures
- Promote services/ programs/ events that would provide an additional benefit to the students
- Ensure the safety of the students by interpreting and enforcing facility rules and regulations
- Gain a complete understanding of Guest Services, On-line Registration as well as fees of all dance programs
- Participate in all scheduled training sessions and orientation
- Participate is all scheduled training and professional development deemed necessary by Dance Department
- Provide general administrative support
- Complete additional projects as assigned by the Dance Supervisor
- All other duties as assigned by the Manager, Arts & Culture and the Dance Supervisor.
Qualifications Required:
Mandatory
- Degree or Diploma in Post Secondary Dance Program and/or Accredited Dance Teaching Certification
- Advanced or Fellow Member Status with an internationally recognized Dance Examination Body (R.A.D., S.R.B, C.D.T.A., I.S.T.D, B.A.T.D, A.D.A.P.T etc.)
- Current First Aid/AED/CPR Certification
Desirable
- Experience as a professional dancer
- Competitions
- Workshops and Conventions
Knowledge & Education:
- Minimum five years teaching experience, must have excellent technical abilities and demonstration
- Must be able to independently create class plans, prepare students for examinations and create chorography for performance
- Demonstrate excellent verbal, written and oral skills
- Possess strong organizational skills and ability to work as part of a team
- Excellent customer service
- Ability to work with Word, Excel and Outlook
Working Conditions:
- This position requires flexible schedule including evenings and weekend work
- This position includes exposure to loud noises and will require an individual to be able to concentrate in a busy environment
- The candidate must be physically fit with excellent dance demonstration ability.
- This position is classified as a term contract position effective August 2014 to June 2015. Compensation is at $55,000.00 for the duration of the contract and there will be a sign on bonus of $5000 conditional on completion of the ten month term.
Please apply online at https://jobs-onerec.icims.com or visit our website at http://www.macdonaldisland.ca/about-us/one-team/jobs
Criminal background checks will be required from all applicants as part of the hiring process