Dance Instructor - South Bellevue Community Center

Join the City of Bellevue Team and Inspire a Love of Dance in Youth! Bellevue Parks & Community Services is seeking a dynamic and experienced Dance Instructor to teach specialized dance classes at the South Bellevue Community Center (SBCC). As a Dance Instructor, you will have the opportunity to inspire and educate primarily new and inexperienced youth dancers in a variety of dance styles, including hip-hop, jazz, ballet, and cheer. Key Job Details: Position: Dance Instructor, South Bellevue Community Center Start Date: Immediate openings available Compensation: Competitive salary ($23.35 - $32.22 per hour) Location: Bellevue, WA Job Summary: We are looking for a mature, knowledgeable, skilled, motivated, and dynamic individual who enjoys teaching dance to youth. As a Dance Instructor, you will be responsible for developing program curriculum, lesson plans, and teaching standards, as well as ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for program participants. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assist in developing program curriculum, lesson plans, and determining teaching standards Ensure policies and procedures are followed and maintain and enforce safety standards Provide safe and quality experiences to participants in all dance programs Teach and instruct participants; interact with program participants and provide guidance Determine participant skill level; adjust instruction as needed Supervise classroom/activity; maintain and secure class rosters Qualifications: Adequate dance instruction experience (one year of experience teaching or leading groups preferred) High school diploma or GED required; college-level course work preferred Dance certifications preferred Ability to communicate effectively and provide clear instructions Ability to work various schedules, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity to work with a dynamic and diverse community Professional development and growth opportunities Innovative and collaborative work environment We encourage you to apply, even if you feel you're not a perfect match. We are looking for great people to join our friendly team. Apply now and join the City of Bellevue team! Apply for this job