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Dance Instructor

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Downers Grove Park District

Downers Grove, IL (In Person)

$47,840 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/22/2026

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Dance Instructor Downers Grove Park District - 4.4 Downers Grove, IL Job Details Part-time $23 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Gym membership Qualifications Employee relationship building Jazz dance Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Dance Instructor What's the Job? Do you love dancing and want to share that joy with others? We are seeking a passionate Dance Instructor who has experience with Tap and other dance styles, and is interested in teaching a variety of dancers, some as young as 3-years old. The ideal candidate has strong technical training, a love for teaching youth, and the ability to inspire students of various ages and skill levels. This position will report to the Recreation Supervisor.
What You Get:
You'll earn $23.00 for every hour you work and get a free gym membership at 4500 Fitness!
When You'll Work:
The Dance Instructor role is a part-time year-round position. You'll usually work on weekday afternoons and evenings, from about 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. You'll work around 10-15 hours a week teaching dance and up to 7 extra hours a week preparing. Hours may vary based on class enrollment. There may be additional hours available to substitute in other classes. For Summer 2026, daytime availability is required 7/13-7/17 and 7/27-7/31 for youth dance camps and weekday evenings are preferred. Future seasons may allow flexibility in creating a different schedule and there may be opportunities to substitute teach in additional dance classes as needed.
What You'll Do Each Day:
Plan and teach dance lessons to students who may be at different ages and/or skill levels. Create choreography for students to perform in the spring recital. Build strong positive relationships with students, parents, and co-workers. Maintain an upbeat, inclusive, and safe class environment while demonstrating strong classroom management abilities. Potential to coach and choreograph for Youth Competition Teams.
Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years old. Have a strong dance background, whether from a dance degree, professional experience, or participation in dance classes and competitions. Possess knowledge of ballet, tap, jazz, modern/contemporary, and hip hop. Have confidence in your ability to teach these styles to different ages. Ability to work independently. First Aid/CPR certified within 90 days (District provided). Equal Employment Opportunity The Downers Grove Park District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.