After-School Dance Club Teacher

Maryvale Elementary School is seeking an energetic, creative, and dependable After-School Dance Club Teacher to lead an engaging dance enrichment program for elementary students. The Dance Club provides students with a fun, supportive environment where they explore various styles of dance while learning the history, culture, and purpose behind each style. The ideal candidate will foster confidence, teamwork, creativity, and school spirit while preparing students for performances throughout the school year. The instructor will teach age-appropriate dance fundamentals and basic dance theory , helping students understand not only how to perform movements, but why they are important. Lessons should gradually build students' technical abilities while preparing them for performances throughout the school year. This position requires a commitment to building students' dance skills, encouraging positive character development, and creating memorable experiences through performances both at school and within the community. Program Hours: Monday – Thursday | 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Staff arrival and set up time- 3:40pm Dance Instruction Plan and facilitate engaging dance lessons for students in grades 2–5. Teach a variety of dance styles, which may include: Cheer Pom Hip-Hop Jazz Contemporary Cultural and traditional dances Line dancing and other age-appropriate styles Introduce students to the history and cultural significance of various dance styles. Teach proper stretching, warm-ups, dance technique, choreography, rhythm, coordination, and performance skills. Differentiate instruction to meet students' varying skill levels. Student Development Create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every student feels successful. Promote teamwork, leadership, sportsmanship, respect, and self-confidence. Reinforce positive behavior and character-building throughout all activities. Encourage creativity and student participation in choreography when appropriate. Homework Club Support One day each week, students will participate in Homework Club. Supervise and assist students with completing homework assignments. Provide a structured, quiet environment that supports academic success before or during club activities. Performances & Community Engagement Prepare students for performances at: School assemblies Family engagement events International Night School spirit events Promotion ceremonies Community festivals Other approved school and community events Actively identify and coordinate opportunities within the community for students to perform, working collaboratively with the Community School Coordinator and school administration. Program Planning <ul style=