Elk Grove Park District
Dance Instructor III - Part Time
1000 Wellington Ave, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
On-site · Part Time Year Round / Category 2 (NON-IMRF, Scheduled Under 20 hrs/wk) · $28–$50 (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 4, 2026
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Salary Range: $28.00 - $50.00 DOQ
Hours: Work schedule is Flexible, mainly Monday - Friday with a possibility of Saturdays.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of the Dance Coordinator, plan and execute dance technique classes.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Ability to work with ages six months to adult.
- Ability to instruct ballet, modern, jazz, tap classes in accordance with standard curriculum.
- Knowledge of basic dance terminology, dance history, current dance trends, classroom etiquette, physical safety and proper guidance with movement execution.
- Ability to effectively communicate with students and parents.
- Must attend all classes/rehearsals/recitals/staff meetings.
- Must complete student progress reports bi-annually and all recital request forms (i.e. lighting, evaluations, music, costumes, etc).
- Must attend staff educational functions.
- Performs the job safely and in compliance with district policies, procedures, work and safety rules.
- Be familiar with the safe operation of any equipment necessary in accomplishing required tasks.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
- Ability to choreograph and teach recital dances.
- Must submit recital costumes, music, props, etc., for approval to the Dance Coordinator.
- Must complete all clerical duties involved with recital processes.
- Must dress in all black pants (jazz, yoga, exercise, sport) and wear Pavilion Dance Centre shirt for instruction of dance classes.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Ten to fifteen years extensive dance training/experience.
- Communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to follow direction and apply constructive criticism.
- Willingness to learn and be a team player.
- Good knowledge of pertinent safety precautions.
- Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE.
- Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree and/or Dance Teaching Certifications.
- Five or more years teaching experience.
- Professional experience.
Elk Grove Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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