Camp Nor’wester - Dance Instructor Job Description - Residential Staff

Sep 14, 2026

Dance Instructor positions Camp Nor’wester’s dance department by planning and leading engaging activities that broaden campers’ dance horizons and encourage imagination through diverse dance and movement techniques. The role includes residential responsibilities: living in a shared camper unit, supervising during non-department times (meals, evenings, nighttime coverage), and supporting assigned outcamp overnight trips. It also covers program equipment and supplies maintenance, inventory and seasonal summaries, and collaboration with Drama and Music teams.

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Qualifications and Skills

Responsibilities: Dance Activities

Responsibilities: Equipment and Supplies

Responsibilities: Camper Supervision and Outcamp

Physical Requirements

Camp Nor’wester Job Description: Dance Instructor Position Summary The Dance Instructor is responsible for running the Dance department at Nor’wester, primarily planning and leading engaging activities that expand campers’ dance horizons and explore their imaginations using various dance and movement techniques. This position also involves leading outcamp overnights, contributing to a camper Unit, and supervising campers during non-department activities including meals, evening activities, and nighttime coverage. The Dance Instructor is a residential staff, assigned to live in a camper unit, in a tent shared with other staff members, and included unit supervision responsibilities. Position Details Job Title Dance Instructor Department Department Staff Reports To Program Coordinator FLSA Status Exempt Full/Part Time Full Time Regular/Temporary Temporary Salary $430/week (June 9th – August 20th =$4,423) Housing On-site shared staff accommodation Qualifications 1. Current CPR and First Aid Certification 2. Ability to pass a comprehensive background check 3. Ability to live on-site, fostering positive relationships with peers in a communal living setting 4. Experience in various forms of dance, knowledge of dance types and ability to lead them 5. Minimum age of 19 Skills 1. A genuine interest in working/living with and teaching children 2. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment 3. Commitment to equity and inclusion in the camp experience 4. Ability to accept supervision, feedback, and guidance 5. Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively 6. Flexibility and willingness to adjust job responsibilities to meet the greatest needs of camp General Responsibility-Facilitate dance activities to expand camper’s dance horizons Specific Responsibilities: 1. Plan and lead dance activities for campers 2. Encourage and support dance performance during camp events such as Musicale and campfires 3. Schedule units for dance activities during weekly NoFUSS scheduling meetings 4. Collaborate with other departments, especially Drama and Music, to support camper activities and larger camp events General Responsibility-Maintain the equipment and supplies of the Dance program Specific Responsibilities: 1. Prepare and submit a written inventory at the beginning and end of the season 2. Keep all equipment and supplies neat and orderly in the Lodge and Office 3. Recommend purchases of additional or replacement items needed 4. Submit a written summary of the season from a Dance Instructor's perspective, noting procedures used and their effectiveness, for future summers. General Responsibility-Supervise and participate with campers Specific Responsibilities: 1. Supervise and support assigned residential Unit during non-department activity times including mornings, meals, evening activities, and nighttime coverage 2. Share interests and skills that contribute to a wholesome, positive learning atmosphere 3. Act as unit relief staff at the direction of the Scheduler and Assistant Program Director 4. Facilitate and lead outcamp experiences for campers on overnight trips, including teaching camping skills Physical Requirements The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques. 2. Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards. 3. Able to live in a canvas tent shared with other staff members without electricity and a short walk to the nearest bathroom. 4. Communicate effectively and appropriately with campers,

FAQs

What are the main duties of the Dance Instructor at Camp Nor’wester?

The instructor plans and leads dance activities to expand campers’ dance horizons, supports performances during camp events, and supervises campers during non-department times. The role also includes participating in residential unit life and outcamp overnight experiences.

What qualifications and skills are required?

The position requires current CPR and First Aid certification, the ability to pass a comprehensive background check, and the ability to live on-site. Experience with various dance forms, comfort working with and teaching children, teamwork, and a commitment to equity and inclusion are also required.

What does the job require for housing and physical demands?

The instructor is a residential staff member living on-site in shared staff accommodation and a canvas tent without electricity. Physical demands include observing safety needs, communicating effectively, working outdoors in varied weather, and remaining alert while on-call overnight for emergencies.

Sep 14, 2026

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