Dance Instructor
Job Title: Specialist/ Dance Instructor
Classification: Seasonal/ Nonexempt
Location: Oakland CA
Reports to: Camp Manager & Executive Director
Hours: MWF, 8:30am-1:00pm OR 1:00pm-5:30pm (Part-Time) Includes 30 minute prep and 30 minutes of clean-up time.
Compensation: Starting Salary: $18 per hour (negotiable)
Dates of Program:
Spring Break Camp: April 5-9
Summer Camp: June 7-July 16
Acta Non Verba: Youth Urban Farm Project (ANV) is a non-profit organization whose mission elevates life in Oakland and beyond by challenging oppressive dynamics and environments through urban farming. ANV�s three farms, located in the City of Oakland are planned, planted, harvested and sold by youth in grades K-8. One hundred percent of the proceeds are placed into individual savings accounts for those who participate.
Camp ANV serves Oakland children ages 5-15. Since 2012, our Summer Camp, and our Fall, Winter, and Spring camps offer these opportunities for Bay Area youth:
-Provides a safe space for local youth to learn the business of sustainable agriculture
-Conducts activities that promote fitness,
-Teaches students healthy cooking and nutrition
-Offers students the opportunity to complete arts, science, and reading projects
-And develops financial literacy by depositing earnings from the harvest into bank accounts that can only be
used by students for educational purposes.
-M,W,F are club days; Tuesdays are swim days; Thursdays are field trip days.
Position Overview:
The Dance Instructor will further the mission of Camp ANV through the development and delivery of dance activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the campers� age and abilities. Assist in the management of the dance area and related equipment and supplies. The instructor will prepare for and conduct an educational program that will teach dance skills. Primary duties will include teaching basic dance skills, lessons on types of dance, as well as integration of community building through dance to youth during morning club times on Mondays and Wednesdays. The Dance Instructor will be supported by Junior, Day and Lead Camp Counselors and will report to the Camp Manager.
-Provide 30-60 min sessions of guided dance Instruction per group
-Ensure and encourage the full participation and cooperation of each camper.
-Apply basic youth development principles in working with campers through communication, relationship
development, and respect for diversity, involvement and empowerment.
-Direct the Camp Manager and Lead Camp Counselors to complete tasks that will support the program
including: purchasing supplies, organizing and setting up all necessary equipment prior to programs, and
the breaking down, packing up, and cleaning of any equipment following each program, etc.
-In conjunction and with the guidance of the Camp Manager and Camp staff work to create a meaningful
camp experience for all participants.
-Assure campers are properly supervised at all times.
-Bilingual proficiency is highly desired but not required.
Camp ANV provides prep and planning for ALL specialists. We expect specialists to give the Camp Manager weekly lesson plans in advance.
Job Responsibilities:
Creative, enthusiastic dance instructor leads dance class at Camp ANV. Helps campers build confidence in their dancing abilities, as well as put on display for family showcases. As a Dance Instructor, you�ll play an important role in providing a fun, entertaining, engaging educational and safe environment for our Camp ANV campers. You will lead children between 5 and 11 years of age during weekly themed camp clubs and activities throughout the summer. And greatly contribute to ANV�s ongoing efforts to grow healthy, happy kids.
Primary duties will include arriving on time each day ready to work, the ability to encourage youth participation in all activities, and maintaining a professional relationship with all staff, volunteers, community members and parents. Day Camp Counselors will support Camp Specialists.
Essential Job Functions include but are not limited to:
-Develop and deliver a dance program that is appropriate for the age and ability of the campers
-Write lesson plans that meet camp outcomes and the abilities of the campers.
-Evaluate abilities of campers and staff.
-Deliver progressive and culturally relevant dance curriculum.
-Evaluate the success of the dance program.
-Ensure that camp staff and campers know and follow safety and educational procedures
-Assist in the implementation of staff training for dance.
-Train other staff in their responsibilities when at dance club.
-Ensure campers and staff follow safety procedures.
-Assist in the management and care of the physical facilities and equipment in the dance program area
-Maintain any dance equipment, if needed.
-Ensure the security of the camp equipment when not in use.
-Conduct daily check of area and equipment for safety, cleanliness and good repair.
-Clean dance area, keeping it free of hazards and debris.
-Follow safety and security protocols when campers are in public while presenting a positive image of the camp.
Other Job Duties:
�-Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, planning and leading those as assigned.
�-Participate as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise programs, special events, and camp functions.
-�Assist in the planning of any special events including Summer Showcases.
Desired Qualifications:
-High School Diploma or GED; or must be actively working towards a High School diploma
-Proficient experience in Baile Folklorico, Hip-Hop and/or Capoeira is highly preferred. Please indicate specialties in your application.
-1+ years working in youth development i.e. at a camp environment or coaching/teaching children preferred
-Demonstrated leadership abilities and responsibility.
-Patient, enthusiastic, and dependable.
-Able to work well with others and follow directions.
-Familiar with current youth development and management best practices.
-Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time.
-Able to work independently on projects, anticipate what needs to be done, and take action without being asked.
-Able to take initiative, follow and give instructions, and learn quickly with a positive attitude and sense of humor.
-Must have an exceptional and cooperative work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to rise to the occasion with a positive attitude when unexpected tasks need to be completed.
-Ability to interact with all age levels.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
-Experience in setting up, securing and maintaining dance equipment such as speakers, etc.
Physical Aspects of the Job:
-Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
-Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
-Ability to observe staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures and apply appropriate management techniques.
-Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
-Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
-Some physical requirements of this position are endurance including standing, some bending, stooping, stretching and strength and dexterity to demonstrate dance skills. Requirement for eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/program.
Licenses / Certifications / Registrations
-First Aid/CPR Training (Desired, not required.)
Benefits
All Camp ANV team members receive:
-Camp shirts
-Opportunities for advancement based on performance (Seasonal/Summer/Temporary)
-Meals and snacks will be provided
To Apply: Please apply utilizing our online application at ------------/get-involved/jobs/. Then, email your resume and cover letter to CampANV@------------.
If you have any questions, please reach out to our Camp Manager, Sydney Collins at ------------ or call (510) 972-FARM (3276).
*Acta Non Verba (ANV) is an equal employment opportunity employer and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. ANV does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, medical condition including genetic characteristics, mental or physical disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, (including transgender status), weight, height, linguistic characteristics (such as accent and limited English proficiency, when not substantially job-related), citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. People of color strongly encouraged to apply.*
Job Title: Specialist/ Dance Instructor
Classification: Seasonal/ Nonexempt
Location: Oakland CA
Reports to: Camp Manager & Executive Director
Hours: MWF, 8:30am-1:00pm OR 1:00pm-5:30pm (Part-Time) Includes 30 minute prep and 30 minutes of clean-up time.
Compensation: Starting Salary: $18 per hour (negotiable)
Dates of Program:
Spring Break Camp: April 5-9
Summer Camp: June 7-July 16
Acta Non Verba: Youth Urban Farm Project (ANV) is a non-profit organization whose mission elevates life in Oakland and beyond by challenging oppressive dynamics and environments through urban farming. ANV�s three farms, located in the City of Oakland are planned, planted, harvested and sold by youth in grades K-8. One hundred percent of the proceeds are placed into individual savings accounts for those who participate.
Camp ANV serves Oakland children ages 5-15. Since 2012, our Summer Camp, and our Fall, Winter, and Spring camps offer these opportunities for Bay Area youth:
-Provides a safe space for local youth to learn the business of sustainable agriculture
-Conducts activities that promote fitness,
-Teaches students healthy cooking and nutrition
-Offers students the opportunity to complete arts, science, and reading projects
-And develops financial literacy by depositing earnings from the harvest into bank accounts that can only be
used by students for educational purposes.
-M,W,F are club days; Tuesdays are swim days; Thursdays are field trip days.
Position Overview:
The Dance Instructor will further the mission of Camp ANV through the development and delivery of dance activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the campers� age and abilities. Assist in the management of the dance area and related equipment and supplies. The instructor will prepare for and conduct an educational program that will teach dance skills. Primary duties will include teaching basic dance skills, lessons on types of dance, as well as integration of community building through dance to youth during morning club times on Mondays and Wednesdays. The Dance Instructor will be supported by Junior, Day and Lead Camp Counselors and will report to the Camp Manager.
-Provide 30-60 min sessions of guided dance Instruction per group
-Ensure and encourage the full participation and cooperation of each camper.
-Apply basic youth development principles in working with campers through communication, relationship
development, and respect for diversity, involvement and empowerment.
-Direct the Camp Manager and Lead Camp Counselors to complete tasks that will support the program
including: purchasing supplies, organizing and setting up all necessary equipment prior to programs, and
the breaking down, packing up, and cleaning of any equipment following each program, etc.
-In conjunction and with the guidance of the Camp Manager and Camp staff work to create a meaningful
camp experience for all participants.
-Assure campers are properly supervised at all times.
-Bilingual proficiency is highly desired but not required.
Camp ANV provides prep and planning for ALL specialists. We expect specialists to give the Camp Manager weekly lesson plans in advance.
Job Responsibilities:
Creative, enthusiastic dance instructor leads dance class at Camp ANV. Helps campers build confidence in their dancing abilities, as well as put on display for family showcases. As a Dance Instructor, you�ll play an important role in providing a fun, entertaining, engaging educational and safe environment for our Camp ANV campers. You will lead children between 5 and 11 years of age during weekly themed camp clubs and activities throughout the summer. And greatly contribute to ANV�s ongoing efforts to grow healthy, happy kids.
Primary duties will include arriving on time each day ready to work, the ability to encourage youth participation in all activities, and maintaining a professional relationship with all staff, volunteers, community members and parents. Day Camp Counselors will support Camp Specialists.
Essential Job Functions include but are not limited to:
-Develop and deliver a dance program that is appropriate for the age and ability of the campers
-Write lesson plans that meet camp outcomes and the abilities of the campers.
-Evaluate abilities of campers and staff.
-Deliver progressive and culturally relevant dance curriculum.
-Evaluate the success of the dance program.
-Ensure that camp staff and campers know and follow safety and educational procedures
-Assist in the implementation of staff training for dance.
-Train other staff in their responsibilities when at dance club.
-Ensure campers and staff follow safety procedures.
-Assist in the management and care of the physical facilities and equipment in the dance program area
-Maintain any dance equipment, if needed.
-Ensure the security of the camp equipment when not in use.
-Conduct daily check of area and equipment for safety, cleanliness and good repair.
-Clean dance area, keeping it free of hazards and debris.
-Follow safety and security protocols when campers are in public while presenting a positive image of the camp.
Other Job Duties:
�-Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, planning and leading those as assigned.
�-Participate as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise programs, special events, and camp functions.
-�Assist in the planning of any special events including Summer Showcases.
Desired Qualifications:
-High School Diploma or GED; or must be actively working towards a High School diploma
-Proficient experience in Baile Folklorico, Hip-Hop and/or Capoeira is highly preferred. Please indicate specialties in your application.
-1+ years working in youth development i.e. at a camp environment or coaching/teaching children preferred
-Demonstrated leadership abilities and responsibility.
-Patient, enthusiastic, and dependable.
-Able to work well with others and follow directions.
-Familiar with current youth development and management best practices.
-Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time.
-Able to work independently on projects, anticipate what needs to be done, and take action without being asked.
-Able to take initiative, follow and give instructions, and learn quickly with a positive attitude and sense of humor.
-Must have an exceptional and cooperative work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to rise to the occasion with a positive attitude when unexpected tasks need to be completed.
-Ability to interact with all age levels.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
-Experience in setting up, securing and maintaining dance equipment such as speakers, etc.
Physical Aspects of the Job:
-Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
-Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
-Ability to observe staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures and apply appropriate management techniques.
-Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
-Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
-Some physical requirements of this position are endurance including standing, some bending, stooping, stretching and strength and dexterity to demonstrate dance skills. Requirement for eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/program.
Licenses / Certifications / Registrations
-First Aid/CPR Training (Desired, not required.)
Benefits
All Camp ANV team members receive:
-Camp shirts
-Opportunities for advancement based on performance (Seasonal/Summer/Temporary)
-Meals and snacks will be provided
To Apply: Please apply utilizing our online application at ------------/get-involved/jobs/. Then, email your resume and cover letter to CampANV@------------.
If you have any questions, please reach out to our Camp Manager, Sydney Collins at ------------ or call (510) 972-FARM (3276).
*Acta Non Verba (ANV) is an equal employment opportunity employer and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. ANV does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, medical condition including genetic characteristics, mental or physical disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, (including transgender status), weight, height, linguistic characteristics (such as accent and limited English proficiency, when not substantially job-related), citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. People of color strongly encouraged to apply.*