Dance Instructor

JOB LOCATION

Aurora, Colorado 80012-1563

City of Aurora, Colorado

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
 
Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Salary to be commensurate with experience

The hiring range for this position is $22.30 - $27.87 per hour

This is classified as VHNE (Variable Hour Non-Benefit Employee), where the selected candidate will work less than 29 hours per week. This position does not provide medical benefits. This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act.

The deadline to submit applications is September 30th, 2026. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.

Overview of Department / Position:

The Library and Cultural Services Departments vision is to empower an environment of lifelong learning and cultural enrichment by stimulating learning and literacy, inspiring creativity, and integrating arts, culture and history into the lives of Aurorans. We have two divisions within the department: Library and Cultural Services, both offering a variety of free services to the community, including 5 public libraries, the Aurora History Museum and Historic Sites, Aurora Fox Arts Center, The People’s Building, and community events, programs, and activities for all ages.  Please go to www.AuroraGov.org/LCS to learn more about the City of Aurora, Library and Cultural Services Department. 

The city of Aurora is searching for experienced Dance Instructors for the Aurora Dance Arts program. We are looking for responsible & qualified instructors to teach ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, poms and/or hip hop at all levels

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Communicates in a timely manner via email or phone
• Provides a positive dance class atmosphere
• Maintains good classroom control
• Teaches dance technique & terminology within the scope of the Aurora Dance Arts syllabus
• Takes attendance
• Hands out written materials & keeps classes informed of current information & schedules
• Responsible for onsite communication with recreation center staff as need & relays information back to supervisor
• Maintains security of various rec center facilities upon opening and closing
• Assists with various events, performances & concerts of Aurora Dance Arts & Cultural Arts
• Performs other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. 

Education:   

• BFA in Dance Preferred  

• Will consider strong dance background as alternative 

 

Experience:   

• Training at various levels & styles of dance from beginning to advanced  

• Must be at least 16 years old.   

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a dance teaching assistant 

• Observation of other instructors’ teaching methods & studio environments 

• Be able to provide own transportation to teaching sites 

• Experience working with children/youth 

Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of dance training, technique and terminology

• Working knowledge of classroom management techniques 

Skills: 

• Strong interpersonal skills  

• Communicates well with a diverse audience 
• Handles stress in an appropriate and effective manner; friendly, courteous, and kind 

Abilities:  

• Ability to provide excellent customer service. 

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens 

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing 

• Must be comfortable working alone 

WORKING CONDITIONS  

Essential Personnel:  

• When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel. 

Physical Demands: 

• Requires eye/hand/body/foot coordination for technical dance demonstration 

• Moderate to heavy physical work depending on assignment 

• Occasional work that involves moving no more than 50 pounds with or without assistance  

• Occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing 

• Clear vision to read and interpret reports and other written documents 

• Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens 

• Hand/eye coordination for operation of office equipment 

Work Environment: 

• Works primarily indoors but may work outdoors assisting with a program or outreach events in varying weather conditions 

Equipment Used: 

• Uses standard office equipment including personal computer and common office software such as email, internet, Word, Excel and databases  

• Musical equipment such as stereos/portable amps 

• This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) throughout course of their employment 

The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

For Veterans preference:  Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
           
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer.  We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants.  It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
                                         
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace.  A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
 

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. 

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.  

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.