Recreation Activities Instructor - Dance

Posting number: 12817

Department: Parks & Recreation

Division: Recreation Centers

Job classification: Recreation Activities Instructor

Posting type: Open

Categories: Recreation, Parks and Recreation, Athletics & Fitness, Sports & Physical Education

Summary

The City of Norfolk's Department of Recreation, Community Wellness/Recreation Programs is seeking a Recreation Activity Instructor to assist in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of dance programming for youth, teens, adults, and seniors.
Norfolk's Department of Recreation, Parks and Open Space is proud to announce it has been awarded national accreditation by the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies. This ensures we will continue to provide quality recreational services that enrich the lives of Norfolk's residents.  

Examples of duties

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Teaches various levels of dance classes such as ballet, modern, jazz, ballroom, etc
• Develop and organize classes in at least two different styles. 
• Assists with developing and implementing fee-based, dance classes such as ballet, modern, jazz, ballroom, and other dance styles. 
• Provide classroom management by scheduling, monitoring students, compiling curriculums, redirecting when needed and providing feedback to students. 
• Market recreation programs by distributing flyers and announcements to the participants. 
• Can safely operate music equipment. 
• Must have good customer skills.

Qualifications

High School or GED Dance education or closely related field of study. 

Must have at least 1-year instructional experience.

Preferred License(s) and/or Certification(s):

• Valid Driver’s License 
• First Aid and CPR certified

Supplemental information

Work Location:  Lakewood Dance & Music Center, 1612 Willow Wood Drive, Norfolk, VA 23509

Work Hours: Monday to Sunday; 6:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.; not to exceed 20 hours per week; flexible hours will apply including weekends, holidays, and special events.