Northern Plains Dance Hiring for Dance Instructor – FT with Benefits Job at Bismarck, ND Full Time

WHY WORK HERE?

We believe that dance teachers shouldn’t have to hold multiple jobs to do what they love. We offer full-timed salaried positions to qualified candidates. Our benefit package includes paid vacation, health insurance and retirement.

Teaching at Northern Plains Dance is a rare and wonderful opportunity to be an integral part of a nonprofit that creates positive change in the lives of its students and their families as well as in the growing, diverse community through arts advocacy, dance education, and performance. The organization currently serves 225 students in its academy, produces 3 full length productions that reach an annual audience of more than forty thousand, and touches thousands of students through its various outreach activities. The winning candidate is eligible to receive a moving stipend, earned bonuses throughout the year, benefits including health insurance and simple IRA, as well as the possibility of short-term housing to help with transition.

SCHEDULE:

Regular classes are held 4-8 pm Monday-Friday and 9 am-noon Saturdays, additional hours are required for weekend production rehearsals and performances. During the week variable hours are scheduled for community outreach, educational activities, and organizational planning and promotion. One day each week no hours are scheduled.

JOB SUMMARY:

Northern Plains Dance, a busy, well established 501(c)3 nonprofit arts dance education studio, is seeking a dance teacher with experience and confidence in teaching a variety of students who possess a range of skills and abilities, from recreational to serious dancers, ages 18 months to adults. The ideal candidate will have a background in teaching multiple styles including ballet, jazz, modern, and contemporary. Performance and choreographic opportunities are available for teachers.

DANCE–RELATED EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL SKILLS:

The successful candidate will have the ability to

• Confidently teach a variety of students who possess a range of skills and abilities, from recreational to serious dancers, ages 18 months to adult
• Teach sound technique classes based on current best practices for the physical and developmental health of the student
• Develop critical artistic sensibilities
• Instill skills and lessons that go beyond the studio
• Impart an appreciation for the performing arts in general and dance in particular
• Maintain a nurturing, friendly and appropriately challenging environment
• Instill a sense of tenacity and pride that keeps students dedicated to being part of the organization for years to come

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Is punctual, energetic, organized, and flexible
• Willingly and easily adapts to change in a dynamic work environment.
• Demonstrates a pleasant demeanor when working with varied constituencies and personalities.
• Contributes positively to the organization as an integral member of the team.
• Is creative, outgoing, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Possesses strong time-management and communication skills.
• Manages multiple projects simultaneously.
• Suggests operations and customer service strategies that maintain, grow, and strengthen school constituency.

Additional EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Clerical experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator helpful but not required.
• Ability to operate and maintain a personal computer and telephone system.
• Ability to learn and operate JackRabbit registration software.
• Ability to learn and operate PatronManager ticketing software
• Experience in working in database management preferred but not required.
• Customer service and/or fundraising experience desirable.
• General knowledge of and experience in working on basic marketing and social media campaigns desired but not required.
• Graphic design experience desired but not required.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or G.E.D. required. College and arts background preferred. Having or working towards a degree in business, arts administration or similar is highly encouraged.

ABOUT BISMARCK, NORTH DAKOTA

Bismarck is a growing, thriving, changing town in the middle of the Great Plains. Perched on the east bank of the Missouri River and surrounded by vast, open lands, there is a spare beauty that invites and inspires. The center of downtown has been developed through a harmonious blending of architectural history with forward-thinking design; creative, independent restaurants, artists’ collectives, and intriguing local shops mingle with the business of healthcare, two university systems, and state government. Just outside the downtown core, residential neighborhoods climb the hills overlooking the river valley. The Bismarck school system is committed to providing students the opportunity to learn in an environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and rigorous exploration; neighborhood schools abound at the elementary level, and the upper schools offer full arts programs in addition to sports and academics. Green spaces, the zoo, and the Heritage Center are just a few of the city’s cultural offerings. Bismarck has a community theater company, a symphony orchestra, and a summer stock program that presents two musicals each summer at an outdoor amphitheater in one of the city’s parks as well as numerous other music and theater organizations. Outside the city, the Missouri River meanders through farmland, natural spaces, and the richly historic geography of the Great Plains. There is space: to breathe, to be inspired, and to be rooted in a community of diverse, fearless, creative, strong, inquisitive, and compassionate people.

Job Type: Full-time

Northern Plains Dance provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30,000.00 – $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Currently, all dancers, patrons and staff are required to wear masks while in our facility. Frequent sanitizing of high touch surfaces are the responsibility of our staff. Class sizes have been reduced for maximum distancing.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bismarck, ND 58504: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?
• What age groups do you have the most experience teaching?
• What style(s) of dance are you comfortable teaching?

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: One location