Share Email Opening Title Dance Instructor (2020)  EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   About the Organization Traditional, hardworking, family-oriented - the cornerstones of Midwestern culture are alive and well, but there's something a little different about Kaukauna. Time-honored values are counterbalanced by an open-minded approach to problem-solving, identifying solutions, and planning for the future. While the city supports a simple life - sweet and uncomplicated - the door remains open for 'the simple life' to evolve with each generation. Today, the City of Kaukauna is home to over 16,000 people with its own full-time Police, Fire and Rescue services and a municipally owned electric and water utility - Kaukauna Utilities. Kaukauna boasts a 350-acre Industrial Park Network, complete with rail and heavy truck access. Beyond playgrounds, parks and trails, Kaukauna is a 'Bird City' with more than 450 acres of protected greenspace and popular public nature programming, including Eagle Days. Our proximity to the Fox River affords our residents with numerous recreational opportunities such as the Historic Grignon Mansion, the 1000 Islands Environmental Center, sports fields, a public swimming pool, and a public library. City-sponsored events held in the Central Business District include a weekly outdoor music series - Live! from Hydro Park, Fox Firecracker 5k Run/Walk, and the Downtown Farmer's Market June through October. With such a variety of activities available, it should not come as a surprise that Kaukauna is also known as 'The Friendly City.'   Position Dance Instructor   Description CITY OF KAUKAUNA Position Description POSITION: Dance Instructor DEPARTMENT: Recreation REPORTS TO: Recreation Director (or His/Her Designee) SUPERVISES: None POSITION SUMMARY Under the supervision of the Recreation Director (or His/Her Designee), instructs students in recreational dance lessons. This position is a part-time; seasonal position. MAJOR POSITON DUTIES Instructs participants in various genres of dance including tap, ballet, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, etc. Maintains a professional, courteous and friendly demeanor at all times while working with participants, parents and other Recreation Department Staff. Selects, with approval from the Recreation Director (or His/Her Designee), appropriate costumes and music. Prepares genre, age and ability appropriate choreography for each class. Through the use of choreographed routines explains and demonstrates genre, age and ability appropriate dance principals. Drills students in execution of dance steps. Prepares written choreography and/or lesson plans designed to be used by a substitute instructor in the event of illness or absence. Written choreography/lesson plans must be submitted to the Recreation Director (or His/Her Designee) on a monthly basis for review and approval of compensation (for choreography). Assists Recreation Department Office Staff with the administration and collection of payments for registration, shoes, costumes, retail orders, fundraisers, photos, etc. Proposes class/student changes to Recreation Department Office Staff to ensure students are placed in the correct classes for their age and abilities. Assists Recreation Department Office Staff with the preparation of the end of the season dance recital including but not limited to shoes, costumes, ticket sales, music selection and preparation, revue line-up, student supervision, decorations, rehearsals, volunteer coordination, etc. Directs, with the assistance of the Recreation Department staff, rehearsals and the recital. Attends staff meetings as scheduled by the Recreation Director (or His/Her Designee). Maintains attendance records for each class. Reads weekly announcements in binder, relays appropriate information to participants and families through verbal announcements and written handouts, and responds to the Recreation Office with questions and feedback as appropriate. Submits biweekly time sheets and other administrative paperwork. Other Duties as Assigned by the Recreation Director (or His/Her Designee). QUALIFICATIONS (ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES) Dance Instructors must possess… considerable knowledge of various forms, genres and styles of dance. (Formal dance education, experience and certification are heavily preferred). ability to choreograph creative, age and ability appropriate routines. considerable knowledge of the various learning styles, needs and preferences of children. ability to administer effective and appropriate behavioral discipline. ability to choose age and genre appropriate music for routines. working knowledge of and ability to use various audio equipment and media. great preparation and planning skills. ability to consistently meet deadlines. great written, oral and non-verbal communication skills. ability to receive, read, respond, compose and send emails and texts in a timely fashion. ability to receive and respond to voicemail in a timely fashion. ability to grow knowledge, skills and abilities essential to dance instructors. ability to show patience, empathy and understanding for participants, parents and coworkers. ability to establish and maintain effective public and working relationships. ENVIONMENTAL CONDITIONS Ability to stoop, kneel, climb, bend, lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds. Ability to sustain prolonged visual concentration. Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time. This description has been prepared to assist in evaluating various classes of responsibilities, skills, and working conditions. It indicates the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it is intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under supervision. Nothing contained herein is intended or shall be construed to create or constitute a contract of employment between any employee or group of employees and the City. The City retains and reserves any and all rights to change, modify, amend, add to, or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper. I have read and understand the above Position Description of Dance Instructor. _____________________________________ ________________________ Employee Signature Date   Position Requirements   Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Shift Various Shifts   Compensation   Benefits   Open Date 12/18/2019   Close Date     This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://CityofKaukauna.appone.com

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