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Dance Without Limits

Program Director

Greenville, SC · On-site

$40K - $45K/yr

We are not a competition studio. We believe deeply that dance is for everyone, and that the ... R. assistant program, supporting and developing student assistants (ages 13-15) and apprentices ...

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What is the difference between Dance Competition Assistant vs Dance Instructor?

AspectDance Competition AssistantDance Instructor
CredentialsNone required, but experience in dance preferredDance certifications or teaching credentials often required
Work EnvironmentEvent venues, backstage, competition settingsDance studios, classrooms, training environments
Primary ResponsibilitiesSupporting event logistics, assisting judges, managing schedulesTeaching dance techniques, developing students, choreographing routines

The main difference is that a Dance Competition Assistant primarily supports the event operations and logistics during dance competitions, while a Dance Instructor focuses on teaching and training dancers. Both roles may require dance experience, but the Assistant role is more event-focused, whereas the Instructor role emphasizes education and skill development.

What are Dance Competition Assistants?

Dance Competition Assistants are support staff who help manage and coordinate dance competitions and events. Their duties often include assisting with registration, helping backstage, organizing schedules, supporting judges, and ensuring that performances run smoothly. They may also provide customer service to dancers, parents, and coaches, and handle logistical tasks such as distributing numbers and managing music. This role is vital to the seamless operation of dance competitions, as assistants help keep events organized and on time.

What are some typical responsibilities of a Dance Competition Assistant during an event weekend?

As a Dance Competition Assistant, you can expect to handle a variety of tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the event. This often includes checking in dancers, organizing backstage areas, assisting with scheduling, and communicating with judges, teachers, and participants. You'll also help coordinate awards, troubleshoot logistical issues as they arise, and provide general support to both the event team and the contestants. Being organized, adaptable, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment are key strengths for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Dance Competition Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Dance Competition Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a background or familiarity with dance events or performing arts. Familiarity with event management software, scheduling tools, and registration platforms is often required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities help you effectively support participants, judges, and event coordinators. These skills ensure smooth event execution, participant satisfaction, and the overall success of dance competitions.
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HEAD DANCE TEAM ADVISOR - Fremont High School

HEAD DANCE TEAM ADVISOR - Fremont High School

Fremont Union High School District

Sunnyvale, CA • On-site

$5.6K/wk

Part-time

Posted 7 hours ago

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About the Employer
Founded in 1923 and located in the heart of Silicon Valley, the Fremont Union High School District is consistently recognized as one of the most respected and highest performing high school districts in California. Our five comprehensive high schools - Cupertino, Fremont, Homestead, Lynbrook, and Monta Vista, as well as our Adult School - have garnered many honors and accolades based on the outstanding achievement of our students and District programs designed to support their success. Beyond academics, students in our five schools participate in a wide range of activities, including leadership, athletics, speech and debate, Future Business Leaders of America, student publications and the visual and performing arts. We are proud of the incredible diversity that exists within our District, with more than 60 different languages represented across our student population. The richness of this diversity is one of our greatest assets, offering many opportunities to emphasize the critical importance of inclusion and for our staff and students to learn from the unique experiences of others.
Job Summary
The Fremont High School Dance Coach/Advisor manages a comprehensive year round dance program. The dance team, the Featherettes, has been a part of the Fremont student experience for 70 years. In the fall, the team performs at halftime of Fremont home football games and also at school rallies. The fall season is dedicated to preparation for school performances, team building and dance skill development. Towards the end of the football season, the dance team transitions to their competition season. The dance coach/advisor will prepare the team for their competition season which typically includes 3-4 local competitions and culminates in a national competition.
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Applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email. (Please provide us with an email address that you check regularly.)
Questions Regarding EDJOIN/Application Problems: please contact the EDJOIN Help Desk at 888-900-8945
Continuous Nondiscrimination Notice
The Fremont Union High School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability or affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups or any other basis protected by law or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination
Title IX Coordinators:
For complaints against employees:
Paula Robinson Assistant Superintendent, Administrative Services
(408) 522-2205 paula_robinson@fuhsd.org
For complaints against students:
Trudy Gross Associate Superintendent, Teaching and Learning
(408) 522-2203 trudy_gross@fuhsd.org
Title II & Title V Compliance Officer (School Facilities & Construction)
Christine Mallery CBO/Associate Superintendent, Business Services
(408) 522-2245 / christine_mallery@fuhsd.org
Section 504 Compliance Officer (Students with Disabilities)
Cathleen Rodriguez Coordinator of Special Services
(408) 522-2285 / cathleen_rodriguez@fuhsd.org
Mailing address for all Coordinators: 589 W. Fremont Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94087
The Fremont Union High School District (FUHSD) does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.
Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to FUHSD's Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights, or both. FUHSD's Title IX Coordinator is Trudy Gross, Associate Superintendent, 589 W. Fremont Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94087, trudy_gross@fuhsd.org, 408-522-2220.
FUHSD's nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located at https://www.fuhsd.org/about-us/general-information/complaint-process-public-input
on website.
To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer to https://www.fuhsd.org/about-us/general-information/complaint-process-public-input on website.

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