Dance Teacher/Dance Coordinator

Eksjö kommun · plný úvazek

Södra Kyrkogatan 4, Eksjö, Švédsko

Eksjö kommun is a safe and vibrant community that welcomes everyone. Here you'll find both city and countryside with rich history and forward-thinking spirit. Small entrepreneurs and large companies thrive here. There's a sense of community that provides opportunities for meaningful leisure activities. The municipality is one of the largest employers, and with your help, we want our residents to live good lives. We achieve this by collaborating, working sustainably, and valuing your competence and commitment. We welcome your application for a temporary position as a dance teacher/dance pedagogue/dance leader at Eksjö Kulturskola. The primary mission of this position is to offer dance classes for children and youth through Kulturskola's programs. Dance instruction at Eksjö Kulturskola is a well-established activity with many active participants. We currently offer dance classes for ages 5–19 with approximately 100–120 participants. Additionally, we collaborate with Eksjö Gymnasium, offering high school students the opportunity to choose "Dance Profile" as an elective specialization. This allows students to dance twice weekly throughout all 3 years at Eksjö Gymnasium. As dance coordinator, you are the hub of the dance wheel at Eksjö Kulturskola and the Dance Profile/Eksjö Gymnasium. This position comes with significant areas of responsibility that you'll manage independently, while also having considerable freedom to tailor the role and content to your expertise and interests. 1 position(s). RESPONSIBILITIES The primary focus is teaching children and youth dance, both during daytime with the Dance Profile and electives at the gymnasium, and evenings with Kulturskola's dance groups. Currently, we primarily offer: children's dance, mixed dance, jazz, and lyrical styles, with the possibility to teach other dance styles—there is room to adapt dance classes to your expertise. All instruction takes place in the dance studio at Kulturskolan in Eksjö. Within this role, you must independently manage lessons and lesson planning. You need to take initiative, be responsible and creative. We seek someone with broad dance expertise, as you'll work with children and youth of various ages, in different styles, and different learning environments (both evening courses and gymnasium courses). Beyond teaching, you're responsible for: - Overseeing other dance instructors. Currently, we have two dance instructors assisting with Kulturskola's dance groups. - Methodically planning and structuring term and academic year schedules. - Group administration. - Communication with students and parents. - Maintaining good collaboration with other dance instructors and dance practitioners in the municipality. - Planning, project managing, and executing the dance show Dansfesten (a traditional dance performance where all groups throughout the municipality are represented), alongside other colleagues. Regarding gymnasium instruction, the Dance Profile courses are: Dance Expression Level 1, Dance Technique Level 1, and Dance Technique Level 2. All gymnasium students also have the option to take Dance Technique Level 1 as a standalone course. A significant portion of our activities occur in afternoons and evenings; some weekend work may occur. Eksjö is a vibrant cultural city with opportunities for exciting dance assignments at various events. There are also opportunities for interdisciplinary projects with colleagues at Kulturskolan. QUALIFICATIONS Competencies A dance pedagogy degree and/or dance teacher degree with teaching credentials is meriting but not required. If you have other relevant education or experience as a dance instructor, we warmly welcome your application. Employment Type: Fixed-term contract. Duration: Start date: 2027-02-01, End date: 2028-06-21. As an employee at Eksjö kommun, you should feel secure, enjoy wellbeing, and have opportunities for professional development. We prioritize your health and work-life balance, offering benefits such as fitness subsidies, wellness activities, insurance, and occupational health services. You're covered by a service pension agreement and have access to extended parental leave. To facilitate commuting, we offer a bike benefit program and you may have the opportunity to try flexible transit passes. Many of the benefits you receive as an employee are governed by our collective agreements. If you're the person we're looking for and find this position interesting, we look forward to your application. You apply via the link in the announcement. If you're called for an interview, you'll need to provide proof of identity in one of the following ways: - Passport - National ID card showing citizenship - ID card combined with a personal certificate showing citizenship If you're a citizen of a country outside the EU/EES, you must also present a valid residence permit and/or work permit in Sweden. Eksjö kommun has already selected advertising channels before posting and therefore declines contact from recruitment firms and advertising sales representatives.