Dance Instructor

Jewish Community Center of Greater Buffalo Inc

Buffalo, NY

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Best Practices, Communication Skills, Dance, Lesson Plans, Music, Organizational Skills, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Buffalo, NY
POSTED
30+ days ago

The Dance Instructor of the JCC School of Dance will contribute to the vision, mission and values of the JCC by instructing classes for the growth and well-being of JCC members and community participants. The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate the following:

  • educate students on current and up-to-date best dance practices that teach correct technique, alignment, warm-up and cool-down exercises that help to prevent injury
  • create choreography or dance routines
  • develop lesson plans that are age appropriate based on student level and experience
  • gradually increase skill level dependent on the experience of their students
  • ability to communicate effectively with students and parents
  • explain and demonstrate techniques and methods of regulating movements of body to musical and/or rhythmic accompaniment
  • display at all times a professional and enthusiastic attitude

The ideal candidate has two+ years of teaching experience. Dance Certification or dance degree a plus. High level to training and background in ballet and other major dance categories.. Needs to be self-motivated, organized, patient, a good communicator.

Availability: Monday through Friday from 3 pm to 6 pm

Starting Date: Septemer 2026

Part-time position with opportunity for additional hours and responsibilities based on growth of the program.

About the Company

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Jewish Community Center of Greater Buffalo Inc