Job Description

DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
STATUS: Auxiliary
NO. OF POSITIONS: 1-3
UNION: CUPE, Local 387
HOURS OF WORK: Various Hours 5-12 hours per week
SALARY: $39.29 to $41.78 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits and vacation

The City of New Westminster Parks and Recreation Department is seeking enthusiastic, friendly and outgoing individual(s) to develop and lead seasonal dance programs for all ages including preschoolers, children, youth and/or adults. Dance styles could include jazz, ballet, hip hop, tap, modern, swing or break dancing, but we are also interested in hearing from those that specialize in other types of dance including cultural dance styles.
Candidates require a strong background in dance and instruction. The ability and interest to instruct more than one style and more than one age group is considered are considered assets. Applicants with current performing art practices (practicing and/or performing) are encouraged to apply.
Requirements include:
• Educational background in dance/performing arts either through continued professional development or through completion of accredited programs.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and objectives of programs in community recreation facilities.
• Sound knowledge of teaching methods and group leadership techniques.
• Excellent supervisory and organizational skills.
• Continued professional development or completion of an accredited program.
• Must be able to pass and maintain a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector (PIC-VS) check.
Please note that these positions are for Fall programs starting in September 2024, but earlier opportunities may also be available. In your application, please include your availability for Fall (September to December) and note any dance styles you are qualified to teach.
Applications will be reviewed upon submission and shortlisted candidates may be interviewed prior to the posting closing date.
Apply online with your resume and cover letter in one document at www.newwestcity.ca/employment by June 28, 2024.
To support a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community; women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversity of our workforce, are encouraged to express their interest.
New Westminster is on the unceded and unsurrendered land of the Halq’eméylem-speaking peoples.
It is acknowledged by the City that colonialism has made invisible their histories and connections to the land.
We are learning and building relationships with the people whose lands we are on.
We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

Required languages: english

Education level: • Educational background in dance/performing arts either through continued professional development or through completion of accredited programs.

Required skills: • Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and objectives of programs in community recreation facilities. • Sound knowledge of teaching methods and group leadership techniques. • Excellent supervisory and organizational skills. • Continued professional development or completion of an accredited program.

Additional skills / Assets: • Must be able to pass and maintain a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector (PIC-VS) check.

Closest intersection: Royal Avenue and 6th Street