Specialist - Dance team Coach (Part-Time, Variable Hour)

Utah Valley University is seeking a par-time Dance Team Coach! Working under the direction of the Assistant Director-Student Leadership & Involvement overseeing the Spirit Squad, the Dance Team Coach is responsible for the teaching and training of students in a range of technique and dance styles. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to facilitating practices, the choreography of routines, technique instruction, cleaning routines, conditioning, and attendance at practices, performances, designated university events, and athletic games as directed. This position requires tenacity, professionalism, commitment to student development, a willingness to contribute to a positive work environment, and a focus on student safety-both physically and mentally. In addition, this position is expected to contribute to a consistent, positive, and disciplined team culture with clear communication to students and the department staffing team. 

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  Oversees and directs practices. Conducts a productive, safe, fast-paced practice environment in preparation for games, events, appearances, and competitions.
  
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  Attends events, appearances, and athletic games and directs Spirit Squad students before, during, and after events when assigned. Provides necessary information to Athletic game operations staff when requested/needed.
  
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  Assists in program functions by developing and sharing ideas for apparel/uniforms, collecting student information, coordinating practice schedules, and producing Spirit Squad-related events and fundraisers.
  
• Communicates regularly with department staff via phone, text, and/or email. Completes time sheets accurately, specifically, and promptly prior to payroll end. Adheres to campus policies, procedures, and department practices.

High School Diploma or GED required and 1 year related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required and 3 years related experience.

Knowledge    

• Knowledge of current dance trends and techniques, including experience in hip-hop, jazz, modern dance, and pom. 
• Knowledge of team organization, motivation, and mentorship. Knowledge of competitive dance at the collegiate level.

• Skilled in teaching students in a variety of methods, including demonstration and verbal direction. 
• Demonstrated skill set in interpersonal relationships and effective communication. 
• Consistent demonstration of professionalism in representing the Spirit Squad program, Dance Team, and the University. 
• Skilled in the design and choreography of small and large group routines for games, events, appearances, and competition in addition to cleaning and adjusting routines as needed.

• Ability to teach using various dance styles and methodologies. 
• Ability to observe individual and team performance and provide constructive, respectful instruction for refinement. 
• Ability to communicate with those from diverse backgrounds and adjust instruction to meet the needs of individual members. 
• Ability to collaborate and communicate with others to provide a unified staffing team for program congruency. 
• Ability to foster a learning environment focused on student safety and wellbeing-physical, emotional and mental.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.