PACE Dancer Assistant Application
Thank you for your interest in being a PACE Dancer Assistant.
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Assistants are placed by a combination of the following:
1) Number of classes that need extra help due to higher enrollment
2) Your availability during classes that require assistance
3) Type of classes you are best suited to assist
*Please note that we are not able to place every applicant every year. Additional positions may be added as the season progresses. Applicants must be at least 12 years of age.
Position Description:
Responsibilities
Be on time to Welcome Dancers into the Classroom
Take Attendance & Help Get the Class Started
Demonstrate Steps and Combinations
Lead Warm Ups and/or Barre Exercise
Lead Class if Teacher Must Leave the Room
Help Students who are Having Trouble
Be a Role Model for the Younger Dancers
Be Active and Motivated in the Classroom
Be a Positive Leader who Inspires Younger Dancers
Help your Class at Recital
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Benefits
Leadership and Training Workshop for Assistants
Experience with Teaching & Choreography
Volunteer Experience for Honor Societies or College Applications
10% Tuition Credit
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Code of Ethics:
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I will demonstrate respect, loyalty, maturity, patience, and kindness to my students, my peers, my parents, my teachers, and other visitors to PACE both when I am assisting classes and when taking classes.
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I will treat children of all races, religions, cultures, and backgrounds with respect and courtesy.
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I will share my love of dance with my students in an encouraging and positive way.
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I will follow the Classroom Assistant Dress Code set forth by PACE. This includes having my hair in a bun, no jewelry, and wearing appropriate shoes.
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I will make every effort to attend every class I agree to assist. This includes arriving in a timely manner and finding a replacement when I am sick or unavailable. I will notify PACE if I am unable to continue my commitment so that another dancer may have this opportunity.