Dance Instructor - Level 2 or 3

It's a great time to join the City of Boulder! Application Deadline: March 11, 2026 Compensation Details: Full Pay Range 17.55 - 24.57 Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range.This is a full-time salaried position. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Benefit Eligibility Group: Confirm with the Hiring Manager Locate the Benefit Eligibility Group value on the Employee Benefit Eligibility document to identify the benefits offered for this job. Job Description Summary: DANCE Under direct supervision, assist and lead in the instruction and classroom management of dance by helping young dancers develop and grow. Coaches students through safe, progressive, and effective foundations of dance. Based on candidate experience this role can be hired at a level 2 or 3. Job Description: DANCE ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Teaches a variety of levels from beginner to advanced, in multiple styles of dance, including but not limited to, preschool, recreation, concert, and programs. Choreograph age-appropriate routines. Sets up equipment, maintains attendance sheets, and communicates with parents. Develops class curriculum, class management and leadership role with staff by sharing your dance knowledge. Takes proper safety precautions, anticipate unsafe circumstances, and act accordingly to prevent accidents and injuries. Evaluates class participants for skills competency and make recommendations for progression. Enforce rules, regulations, and policies; maintain safety, order and discipline of participants, and/or customers. Performs customer relations role which may include interacting with parents, participants, program partners, and/or city staff to provide information and solve problems. Works as part of a team, attending training, orientation and/or staff meeting as needed Assists with Concert preparation and execution. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Ability to evaluate conditions in assigned areas and make judgments related to safety. Ability to understand and observe participant behavior and monitoring exertion levels. Ability to keep accurate records, organize information, and follow established procedures. Ability to tactfully and effectively communicate with participants, parents, & coordinators, with excellent customer service. Ability to collaborate with co-instructors about lesson plan ideas. Work closely with coordinators and dance leads. Ability and willingness to accept and provide feedback. Ability to stay actively engaged and assist with development of dance skills. Knowledge and strong understanding of basic dance technique with the ability to provide feedback to participants while ensuring proper class management tactics. Knowledge and understanding of the importance of punctuality & consistency. Ability to commit to the agreed-upon schedule. Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS Ability to choreograph age-appropriate routines. More than 1 year of teaching or assistant teaching experience. Current Red Cross or equivalent CPR & First Aid certification. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE One to two (1-2) years of experience participating in or teaching in a formal dance program or related experience for level 2 - (2-3) years for level 3. Previous experience working with children and or teens. SUPERVISION Supervision Received: Program Supervisor Supervision Exercised: None WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Physical and mental effort: Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities that permit the employee to communicate effectively on the telephone and in person. Ability to lift and carry up to 45 lbs. Physical ability to stand, walk, and kneel; hand/eye coordination to operate personal computer and office equipment. Ability to work under stress from demanding deadlines, public contact, and changing priorities and conditions. Working environment: Works primarily in a clean, comfortable environment. Works in a setting subject to continuous interruptions and background noises. Requires schedule flexibility, occasionally working nights and weekends. May work in both indoor and outdoor environments that are oftentimes impacted by weather and at times, unpredictable conditions. Machines and equipment used: Frequently uses various fitness and/or dance equipment as well as occasionally standard office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators and copy/fax machines. Additional Job Description: Last updated: 07/31/2025 The City of Boulder is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected statute. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please send a request to .

Created: 2026-03-04