Centerfield - Elementary Teacher

08/08/2023

Additional Information:

OLDHAM COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION

ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATION - 1021.042

JOB DESCRIPTION: DANCE INSTRUCTOR

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficient in dance terminology, technique, and the ability to demonstrate dance steps.

• Trained to teach dance under an OCDA director or qualified staff member of OCDA.

• Technical dance training in an academic, pre-professional/professional, and/or collegiate level setting.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Experience teaching or working with school-age students.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to build rapport with dance families and students.

• Ability to work well with the OCDA/OCSAC staff.

• Capacity to resolve concerns or conflicts that arise with students and families.

• Understanding of the OCSAC, its programs, and offerings for the community is a plus.

REPORTS TO: Dance Director

JOB GOAL: The Dance Instructor will lead classes, create a welcoming atmosphere, effectively teach students proper dance technique (terminology, body placement, step execution), and choreograph annual performances.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Welcome students and families at the beginning of each class.

• Create a safe environment for students to learn and grow in dance.

• Prepare a syllabus approved by the Dance Director.

• Acquire access to appropriate music for each dance class.

• Observe and correct students' body placement and technique during class.

• Teach and demonstrate new dance material and steps.

• Cultivate an atmosphere of encouragement and teamwork among the students in class.

• Choreograph pieces for annual performances and parent observation weeks.

• Respond to emails in a timely fashion to the Dance Director, OCDA instructors, and OCSAC staff.

• Attend all rehearsals and performances throughout the year.

• Notify parents and students of changes in the class schedule, upcoming rehearsals, and performance dates.

• Provide parents and students with necessary details for classes, rehearsals and performances.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Compensation will be based on the board-approved Oldham County Schools Arts Center salary schedule.

Adopted: July 23, 2018