Dance Instructor

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Employment Status

Non-Union Instructor - Auxiliary

Scope

The City of Surrey is looking for an enthusiastic and creative Dance Instructor at Clayton Community Centre. This is an excellent opportunity for an emerging performing art professional. You will be able to support and create a vibrant and welcoming environment for visitors to learn and engage with performing arts at Clayton Community Centre.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute age-appropriate dance activities that align with the participants' skill levels and developmental stages.
• Facilitate an engaging and educational dance experience, emphasizing both technique and artistic expression, while maintaining a secure and inclusive atmosphere.
• Set up and clean up of each class.
• Provide constructive feedback to students, fostering a positive learning environment, and building their confidence in dance skills and artistry.

Required skills include:

• Education and experience in a variety of dance styles.
• Able to assess age appropriateness of lessons and materials and modify lessons as needed based on student's abilities.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relational skills with participants and staff.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12.
• Minimum one year of experience as a dance instructor.
• Current Emergency First Aid and CPR C with AED certification.
• Excellent leadership, organizational and customer service skills.
• Reliable, patient, enthusiastic and enjoy working with people and children of all ages.
• Completion of High 5 - Principles of Healthy Child Development.

Other Information

Number of Job Openings: 1

Hourly Rate: $27.31

Conditions of Employment

This position requires completion of a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check.

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Closing Date

This job will be posted until October 4, 2026.

Our Values

Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community