Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

Provides instruction on the artistic and technical elements of dance to young students. Conducts outreach activities to community organizations regarding dance and the University dance company.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in dance; training in the Tanner method of dance instruction; four years of professional performance experience in a company, including choreography, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. Demonstrated communication skills; the ability to interact with/and teach children; and a commitment to provide excellent customer service required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

1. Teaches dance classes to students ranging in age from two to eighteen years old.
2. Assists the Director with artistic and administrative duties.
3. Presents lecture demonstrations and school in-service.
4. Tours with the dance company throughout Utah and the United States.

Comments

This position requires irregular hours.