Fine Arts Leader (Dance)
/Organization:
City of Burnaby
Deadline:
Jun. 9, 2025
Organization Description:
As employees, we joined the City to make a difference in the community. The Burnaby Promise sets out the responsibilities of every employee, every day, in every decision we make. It describes the standards that every employee should strive to meet when interacting with Burnaby residents, external and internal clients, and City colleagues. It gives us the tools to check our actions, particularly in times of conflict or challenge. When every employee lives by the Principles and Commitments in this document, we will collectively create a City we all want to be in, that fosters employee engagement, strengthens our relationships, and better serves our community through service excellence.
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Job Description:
Are you passionate about shaping the future of dance at the Shadbolt Center for the Arts? Join our team at the Shadbolt Centre as a Fine Arts Leader for the dance program where you'll assist with the delivery of engaging programs, support talented instructors and manage specialized facilities! In this role, you will specialize in dance programming - drawing on your experience facilitating classes, supporting the implementation of the course syllabus/curriculum and managing performances in a theatres and studios.
Responsibilities:
You will assist with the planning, implementation, and execution of workshops, recurring classes, events, and performances, while also ensuring the safe and effective use of specialized studios. A key part of your role will involve engaging with instructors by providing coaching, and performance evaluation. You'll offer technical guidance on the operation of dance studios and support the artistic success of the program through strong classroom management, instructional skills, and thoughtful program development. You will perform related work as required.
Qualifications:
To qualify, you’ll need to have completed a two-year Community College course in dance including courses in teaching and related instructional experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. You’ll be required to have sound knowledge of the principles, practices and materials associated with dance programming, i.e. creating, managing, and supporting dance performance in a theatre setting. You’ll need to have a strong understanding of community needs and interests, as well as an ability to develop and evaluate programs that serve the community. You should have classroom management experience as well as an ability to teach participants of varying ages. A Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia is required. Please note that a Police Information Check is required for this position. Don’t miss out on this opportunity, apply today!
How to Apply:
Please apply online at: https://tre.tbe.taleo.net/tre01/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=CITYBURNABY&cws=37&rid=6845
Remuneration:
$31.97/hour + 12% in lieu of benefits
