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The Part-Time Dance Instructor provides engaging, age-appropriate dance instruction that promotes creativity, physical fitness, self-confidence, discipline, and artistic expression.

Title: The Dance Instructor – Popular Styles

Department: Programs / Fine Arts

Reports To: Fine Arts Director

Classification: Part-Time / Non-Exempt

Job Summary

Position Summary

The Dance Instructor – Popular Styles is a high-energy, engaging professional who leads fun, age-appropriate dance classes focused on popular and contemporary dance styles that resonate with youth. This instructor brings excitement, creativity, and confidence to participants through movement, rhythm, and performance-based choreography.

This role complements our existing classical dance instruction by offering an upbeat, accessible dance experience that encourages self-expression, teamwork, and a love for movement.

Working collaboratively with the Program Director and other Youth Development Professionals, the Dance Instructor helps create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every member is encouraged to participate, grow, and express themselves through dance in alignment with the Boys & Girls Club of Collier County’s mission to empower all young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Program Delivery

  • Plan and facilitate engaging dance classes featuring popular and contemporary styles such as hip-hop, jazz-funk, pop dance, and freestyle
  • Teach age-appropriate choreography that emphasizes rhythm, coordination, musicality, and performance
  • Adapt lessons to meet the needs of different age groups and skill levels (elementary and middle school)
  • Rotate dance styles and music selections to reflect youth interests while maintaining structure and consistency
  • Create a positive, inclusive environment where all participants feel comfortable and confident

Youth Engagement

  • Build strong relationships with members through encouragement, enthusiasm, and consistency
  • Promote confidence, teamwork, and self-expression through group routines and collaborative movement
  • Support participants of varying abilities, including those new to dance
  • Maintain high levels of engagement through energetic instruction and positive classroom management

Performances & Events

  • Prepare students for performances, showcases, family events, and special Club programs
  • Collaborate with Program Directors and staff to support Club-wide events and celebrations
  • Assist with choreography or movement components for special events when requested

Safety & Professionalism

  • Ensure all instruction is safe, age-appropriate, and aligned with program guidelines
  • Maintain appropriate boundaries in music selection, choreography, and interactions
  • Follow all organizational policies, procedures, and expectations
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors and program staff

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience teaching dance or movement-based classes to children or youth
  • Background in one or more popular or contemporary dance styles, including:
    • Hip-hop
    • Jazz-funk
    • Pop or commercial dance
    • Freestyle or fusion styles
  • High-energy personality with the ability to connect with youth
  • Ability to adapt choreography for different ages, abilities, and group sizes
  • Strong classroom management skills in a group setting
  • Experience in after-school programs, camps, or youth organizations preferred

Equal Opportunity Statement

Boys & Girls Club of Collier County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other protected status.

Disclaimer
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of
employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as, a
comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required
of employees assigned to this job.

EOE/DFWP/SFWP

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