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Folk Dance Instructor / Chinese Dance Teacher
Crystal Arts Academy
Job Title: Folk Dance Instructor / Chinese Dance Teacher
Employer: Crystal Arts Academy Inc.
Location: Kingsway, Burnaby, British Columbia
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 30 hours per week
Wage: $42.00 per hour
About Us
Crystal Arts Academy Inc. is a private educational institution based in Burnaby, British Columbia, specializing in arts education and cultural enrichment programs for children and youth. The academy offers structured training in Chinese dance, ethnic folk dance, music, singing, visual arts, and academic tutoring, with a strong focus on developing creativity, discipline, confidence, and artistic expression among students of various age groups.
A core component of the academys programming is traditional Chinese dance and multicultural folk dance education. The school provides professional instruction in Chinese classical dance, (ethnic folk dance), contemporary Chinese dance, and stage performance training, helping students develop both technical dance abilities and cultural appreciation. Programs incorporate elements of Chinese cultural heritage, rhythm training, choreography, costume performance, and theatrical presentation. Students regularly participate in recitals, cultural festivals, competitions, and community performances throughout the Greater Vancouver area.
Crystal Arts Academy emphasizes individualized instruction, small class sizes, and a supportive educational environment designed to foster both artistic excellence and personal development. The academy serves families from diverse cultural backgrounds and has established itself as a community-oriented arts school promoting cultural exchange and youth development through performing arts education.
What we look for from you
Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional programs in Chinese folk dance, ethnic dance, and Chinese classical dance for students of various age groups and skill levels
Teach dance techniques, choreography, rhythm, posture, movement coordination, and stage performance skills
Develop and adapt lesson plans according to students abilities, training objectives, and performance requirements
Train students for public performances, competitions, cultural festivals, recitals, and community events
Choreograph and rehearse group and solo dance performances featuring traditional Chinese and multicultural ethnic dance styles
Provide instruction in various folk dance styles such as Mongolian, Tibetan, Uyghur, Dai, Miao, and Northeastern Yangko dance
Evaluate student progress and provide ongoing feedback to students and parents regarding technical development and performance readiness
Maintain a safe, disciplined, and supportive classroom environment
Collaborate with academy staff on performance planning, cultural programming, and student development initiatives
Assist with costume coordination, music selection, and stage rehearsal preparation for performances and competitions
Employment Requirements
Completion of post-secondary education in dance, dance education, performing arts, or a related field
Experience teaching Chinese dance, ethnic folk dance, or related performance arts preferred
Strong practical knowledge of Chinese ethnic dance styles and choreography techniques
Experience participating in stage performances, competitions, or cultural productions is considered a strong asset
Ability to work with children and youth in a structured educational environment
Crystal Arts Academy welcomes applicants who are passionate about arts education, cultural preservation, and youth development through dance training.
Employer: Crystal Arts Academy Inc.
Location: Kingsway, Burnaby, British Columbia
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 30 hours per week
Wage: $42.00 per hour
About Us
Crystal Arts Academy Inc. is a private educational institution based in Burnaby, British Columbia, specializing in arts education and cultural enrichment programs for children and youth. The academy offers structured training in Chinese dance, ethnic folk dance, music, singing, visual arts, and academic tutoring, with a strong focus on developing creativity, discipline, confidence, and artistic expression among students of various age groups.
A core component of the academys programming is traditional Chinese dance and multicultural folk dance education. The school provides professional instruction in Chinese classical dance, (ethnic folk dance), contemporary Chinese dance, and stage performance training, helping students develop both technical dance abilities and cultural appreciation. Programs incorporate elements of Chinese cultural heritage, rhythm training, choreography, costume performance, and theatrical presentation. Students regularly participate in recitals, cultural festivals, competitions, and community performances throughout the Greater Vancouver area.
Crystal Arts Academy emphasizes individualized instruction, small class sizes, and a supportive educational environment designed to foster both artistic excellence and personal development. The academy serves families from diverse cultural backgrounds and has established itself as a community-oriented arts school promoting cultural exchange and youth development through performing arts education.
What we look for from you
Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional programs in Chinese folk dance, ethnic dance, and Chinese classical dance for students of various age groups and skill levels
Teach dance techniques, choreography, rhythm, posture, movement coordination, and stage performance skills
Develop and adapt lesson plans according to students abilities, training objectives, and performance requirements
Train students for public performances, competitions, cultural festivals, recitals, and community events
Choreograph and rehearse group and solo dance performances featuring traditional Chinese and multicultural ethnic dance styles
Provide instruction in various folk dance styles such as Mongolian, Tibetan, Uyghur, Dai, Miao, and Northeastern Yangko dance
Evaluate student progress and provide ongoing feedback to students and parents regarding technical development and performance readiness
Maintain a safe, disciplined, and supportive classroom environment
Collaborate with academy staff on performance planning, cultural programming, and student development initiatives
Assist with costume coordination, music selection, and stage rehearsal preparation for performances and competitions
Employment Requirements
Completion of post-secondary education in dance, dance education, performing arts, or a related field
Experience teaching Chinese dance, ethnic folk dance, or related performance arts preferred
Strong practical knowledge of Chinese ethnic dance styles and choreography techniques
Experience participating in stage performances, competitions, or cultural productions is considered a strong asset
Ability to work with children and youth in a structured educational environment
Crystal Arts Academy welcomes applicants who are passionate about arts education, cultural preservation, and youth development through dance training.
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