Dance Recital Instructor - City of Mississauga, Mississauga

AI Summary

The City of Mississauga is seeking a Dance Recital Instructor to lead engaging dance programs. This part-time role in Mississauga, ON, involves teaching evening and weekend recital dance classes for participants aged three and up. Key duties include delivering comprehensive dance programs that culminate in a final recital showcase, ensuring participant safety, and preparing detailed lesson plans. Successful candidates must have at least three years of dance teaching or performing experience and hold valid First Aid/CPR C and HIGH FIVE® certifications.

About the Role

As a Dance Recital Instructor with the City of Mississauga, you will provide high-quality dance instruction across various genres, including Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Acro, Hip Hop, Lyrical, and Musical Theatre. This dynamic role involves teaching both children and adults, preparing and delivering engaging lesson plans appropriate for diverse audiences. You will work with groups of up to 15 participants, fostering a positive and safe learning environment. A core responsibility is to prepare captivating choreography for the year-end recital performance, showcasing the achievements and talents of all participants. Furthermore, you will be expected to find and prepare music that complements the program's technical exercises and overall theme. This position supports the objectives and philosophies of performing arts programs established by the Recreation and Culture Division, ensuring quality instruction and excellent customer relations. You will provide ongoing monitoring of participant progress and promote program progression within the dance curriculum. Effective communication with the Program Supervisor regarding facilities, staffing, participants, and program delivery is essential to maintain the high standards of the City of Mississauga's dance program offerings.

Skills and Qualifications for Success

To excel in this Dance Recital Instructor program, candidates must be at least 16 years of age and possess a minimum of three years’ experience teaching or performing dance. While not mandatory, a Dance Teaching Certification from a recognized instructor certification program such as RAD, ISTD, BATD, CDTA, or DMA is preferred, alongside completed intermediate/advanced level exams in a related field. It is crucial for instructors to be confident in teaching various age groups and skill levels, adapting their approach to meet the diverse needs of participants. By the employment start date, successful applicants must hold a valid and current Basic First Aid or Emergency First Aid with CPR C & AED from a recognized WSIB-provider, as well as a HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development certification. The role requires the ability to perform physical exercises while instructing and demands flexibility to work evenings and weekends at various locations throughout the City of Mississauga. A Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3) will also be a requirement for the successful candidate to ensure a safe environment for all participants.

Working with the City of Mississauga

The City of Mississauga is deeply committed to fostering a respectful and supportive workplace that embraces equity, diversity, and inclusion, reflecting the vibrant communities and residents it serves. This commitment extends throughout the employee lifecycle, aiming to attract, retain, and support the growth of diverse talent within its various programs and departments. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively works to remove barriers in its selection processes for individuals with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga provides accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment processes to ensure equal participation for all applicants. This inclusive culture ensures that every team member, including those in the Recreation and Culture Division, can thrive and contribute meaningfully to the community.