Recreation Activity Instructor - Music
City of Norfolk
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Recreation Activities Instructor - Dance
City of Norfolk
Parks & Recreation
Location
City of Norfolk, Virginia, 23510
Salary
$16 - $18
per hour
Type
Temporary
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January 26, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves teaching dance classes to people of all ages, from kids to seniors, in styles like ballet, hip hop, and ballroom, while helping plan and run community recreation programs.
A good fit would be someone passionate about dance with teaching experience who enjoys working with diverse groups and promoting fun activities.
It's a part-time role focused on creating engaging, safe learning environments in Norfolk's parks and recreation department.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, with dance education or certification preferred
- Experience teaching at least two different dance styles such as ballet, modern, jazz, or ballroom
- Ability to develop, organize, and implement dance classes for various age groups
- Strong classroom management skills, including scheduling, monitoring students, and providing feedback
- Good customer service skills and ability to market programs through flyers and announcements
- Proficiency in safely operating music equipment
Full Job Description
The City of Norfolk's Department of Recreation, Community Wellness/Recreation Programs is seeking a Recreation Activity Instructor to assist in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of dance programming for youth, teens, adults, and seniors.
Dance Instructors needed:
Belly Dancing - Hip Hop - Ballet - Tap - Jazz
Freestyle - Modern - Ballroom
Latin
Norfolk's Department of Recreation, Parks and Open Space is proud to announce it has been awarded national accreditation by the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies. This ensures we will continue to provide quality recreational services that enrich the lives of Norfolk's residents.
Departmental Hiring Hourly Range: $16.25 - $18.00
Requirements
Essential functions include but are not limited to:- Teaches various levels of dance classes such as ballet, modern, jazz, ballroom, etc
- Develop and organize classes in at least two different styles.
- Assists with developing and implementing fee-based, dance classes such as ballet, modern, jazz, ballroom, and other dance styles.
- Provide classroom management by scheduling, monitoring students, compiling curriculums, redirecting when needed and providing feedback to students.
- Market recreation programs by distributing flyers and announcements to the participants.
- Can safely operate music equipment.
- Must have good customer skills.
Qualifications
High School or GED Dance education or closely related field of study.Must have at least 1-year instructional experience.
Preferred License(s) and/or Certification(s):
- Valid Driver’s License
- First Aid and CPR certified
Additional Information
Work Location: Lakewood Dance & Music Center, 1612 Willow Wood Drive, Norfolk, VA 23509Work Hours: Monday to Sunday; 6:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.; not to exceed 20 hours per week; flexible hours will apply including weekends, holidays, and special events.
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