Acro Teacher

Overview

SEEKING

We are seeking a part-time Acro teacher on Mondays (4 hour minimum) beginning August 2023.

DESCRIPTION 

• Teach weekly Acro classes to all ages and levels (ages 7-18)
• Potential for competition choreography (large groups, small groups, solos, duos, and trios)
• Prepare dancers for a successful in-studio December Showcase and large-scale May recital which includes finding appropriate music and costuming, choreographing the recital routine and attending all recital events.
• Regular and clear communication with staff and with parents
• Attend quarterly staff meetings
• Provide regular student feedback through a variety of channels

SCHEDULE

Mondays from approximately 3pm-9pm (4 hour minimum) from September 2023 to May 2024, except on Mondays where the studio is closed.  Attend quarterly staff meetings, twice-annual evaluations, and be in regular communication with the administrative team.  All working hours are paid at either a teaching rate or administrative rate, depending on the task.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 year minimum Acro teaching experience
• Acro Arts certified or willing to become certified (paid by TPAC)
• The ideal candidate has meticulous organizational skills, the ability to think creatively and critically, and is highly collaborative.
• The ideal candidate has a genuine interest and appreciation for teaching all ages and all levels.
• Candidates must have excellent organization, effective verbal and written communication, creative and flexible teaching style, and an enthusiastic and warm approach with students.
• Candidates must demonstrate skill, confidence, energy, vitality, commitment and expertise in working with students of all levels and abilities.
• You have strong classroom management skills
• Previous teaching experience in the position(s) of interest is a must. Degree in Dance, Voice, Theater and/or Education is preferred
• Submit necessary curriculum documents (e.g., lesson plans) as requested
• Maintain a productive, safe, and enthusiastic learning environment
• Infuse TPAC values, rigor, and joy into lessons
• Provide reasonable accommodations needed for the growth and success of all students
• Supervise out-of-classroom settings such as arrival, transitions, and dismissal
• Meet expectations including punctuality and professionalism in conversation and in writing; consistently meet deadlines and communicate frequently and appropriately on progress on projects and goals.
• Reflect on professional practice through self-analysis and engagement in informal and formal feedback processes
• Ability to teach with and without an established curriculum.
• Candidates must have excellent organization and self-management, have creative and flexible teaching styles, and an enthusiastic, disciplined, and a warm approach to students.