Performing Arts Instructor

Performing Arts Instructor

Salary

$20.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Location

Parks & Rec Fort Boise Community Ctr, Boise, ID

Job Type

Temporary - Up to 19 Hours

Job Number

23 -07668

Department

Parks & Recreation

Division

FBCC Operations

Opening Date

07/22/2026

Closing Date

8/5/2026 12:00 PM Mountain

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Summary Statement

Share your creativity and inspire the next generation of artists! Join Boise Parks and Recreation as a Performing Arts Instructor, where youll lead engaging classes for youth and adults in a fun, supportive classroom or studio environment. Whether youre teaching dance, theater, music, or another performing art, youll help students build confidence, develop new skills, and express their creativity. Flexible hours are based on class demand, making this a great opportunity to share your passion with the community.

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

Must have adequate transportation in order to teach at various Boise Parks and Recreation locations.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation Drug Free Workplace: In accordance with the City of Boise Drug Free Workplace Regulation, this position is designated as safety sensitive and is subject to testing requirements including Post Offer Applicant Testing, Random Testing, Reasonable Suspicion, Post - Accident, etc. Applicants will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to hire. Appointment to this position is contingent upon a negative pre-employment drug test.
• This position is required to work directly with and oversee minors in the absence of their parent or guardian, or work directly with and oversee vulnerable adults in the absence of their caretaker or guardian.

Essential Functions

Working with and instructing youth and/or adult performing arts students. Lesson planning, supply gathering, and classroom/project preparation and clean-up. Instructor will work with supervisor to develop curriculum based on the particular performing art medium being taught.

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Requirements

Knowledge of:

• Performing arts classes in a wide variety of mediums including, but not limited to: ballet, tap, hip hop, and theater.

Ability to:

• Interact with the public and co-workers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of city employees, the general public and other organizations.
• Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance.
• Complete assignments in a timely fashion.
• Understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations.
• Maintain prompt and regular attendance.
• Perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Three years experience teaching performing arts as well as working with individuals with disabilities
• First Aid/CPR certification.

Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts

While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds. Also, the employee is occasionally pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds. The noise level is frequently moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will stand and walk. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.

Working Environment

The work environment will include inside conditions.

Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.

Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.

Healthcare:

• ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family
• Low-cost dental and vision options
• Post-employment health savings account

Retirement and Investment Plans:

• Required participation in PERSI Base Plan retirement benefits with standard employee and City contribution rates
• 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match
• 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match

WellBeing Program:

• Up to $500 cash per year for participants
• Alternative transportation incentives

Paid Leave - City employees receive generous paid leave:

• 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City
• 12 paid holidays every year
• 8 hours of sick leave per month
• 10 weeks Parental Leave

Life & Long Term Disability:

• Basic Life insurance at no cost to you
• Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you

Other optional benefits:

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Supplemental Disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free local bus pass
• Corporate discount programs
• AFLAC
• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues

Please visit our website for further details mybenefits.cityofboise.org

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Do you have in-depth knowledge of and ability to instruct performing arts classes in a wide variety of mediums including, but not limited to: ballet, tap, hip hop and theater?

• Yes
• No

02

This position required teaching at multiple Boise Parks and Recreation locations, do you have reliable transportation?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a current American Red Cross CPR and First aid Certification?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you at least 16 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

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If you are under the age of 18, please enter the first and last name, phone number, and email address of your legal parent/guardian. If you are 18 years of age or older, please enter N/A

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Employer City of Boise

Address 625 W Idaho St

Boise, Idaho, 83702

Website http://www.cityofboise.org