Amber Academy is a non-profit organisation in Sooke, BC with a focus to create healthier and higher qualities of life for youth by empowering them through the fine arts.

Job description

Reporting to the Artistic Program Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for planning and teaching weekly after-school classes for students in grades 6+ that introduce the fundamentals of Jazz and Hip-Hop dance in keeping with the vision, philosophy, values, and mission of Amber Academy Youth Fine Arts Society. Qualifications for this position include, but are not limited to:

Qualifications

- A keen interest in dance and knowledge of a wide range of dance styles
- Able to provide beginner-level dancers with guidance and direction in foundational dance techniques, rhythm, musicality, and choreography.
- Able to create and implement a program with clear goals, curriculum, and lesson plans
- Self-directed with excellent communication and leadership skills
- Enjoy working with children and able to establish rapport with youth aged 11 and up




- Enthusiastic about mentoring and empowering youth to become confident individuals and engaged members of the community

Experience & Education

- Must have proven experience and training in dance technique and choreography
- Proven leadership experience with children of varying abilities in an educational or recreational capacity
- Previous experience teaching Jazz and/or Hip Hop dance, particularly to beginners, would be an asset

This is a contract, part time term position beginning in September 2026 and terminating in June 2027, with the option to renew for the 2027-2028 season. Regular classes will be on Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30pm. Compensation will be based on previous experience, education, and training.

We invite you to bring your skills and passion and join us in creating healthier and higher-quality lives for youth by empowering them through artistic education, collaboration, and expression.

To apply, please forward your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected].

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress

Work Location: In person

📌 Introductory Dance Instructor (Canada)
🏢 Amber Academy Youth Fine Arts Society
📍 Canada