The City of Lenexa’s Parks and Recreation Department is accepting applications for an Assistant Recreation Program Instructor - Dance to assist our engaging recreation dance classes and provide friendly, hands-on support to our dance instructor and participants at our facilities.

Position Summary:

Under the general guidance of the Recreation Supervisor, the Assistant Recreation Program Instructor of Dance supports our dance instructor with on-site coordination, preparation, and supervision of participants to ensure a safe, organized, and enjoyable experience for all.

Schedule: Weekday evenings between the hours of 4-9pm, and Saturday mornings. Schedule will be driven by enrollment numbers, with varying days and hours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent customer service to participants by ensuring programs are set up and supplies are ready.
• Sets up and/or tears down rooms - may include set-up of ballet bars, chairs and supplies.
• Keep materials organized and stored properly.
• Assist instructors and participants throughout the duration of the program.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and secure environment by monitoring participants, cleaning spaces, and enforcing policies.
• Assists instructor with planning of holiday performance and spring dance recital.
• Helps instructor complete forms and reports, including incident and attendance reports.
• Support attendee check-in and check-out.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Previous experience as a dancer or as dance instructor.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification, or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.

The starting rate of pay is $15.50.

Physical and Environmental Factors: Work is performed at our Old Town Activity Center. This position requires the physical ability, strength, and stamina to assist participants and conduct programs; the ability to lift and move supplies related to activities and events; the ability to sit or stand for extended periods; and visual acuity to review information.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen. A background check is required for applicants ages 18 and older.

To apply complete an online application. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.