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OLI DANCE TEACHER/CHOREOGRAPHER Contract Position | September 2025 June 2026 | Travel Required INTRODUCTION Outside Looking In (OLI) seeks passionate and adaptable Dance Teachers/Choreographers to join our national roster of artists delivering dynamic and culturally grounded dance programming to Indigenous youth across Canada. We are especially looking for professionals in various dance stylesincluding Indigenous dances (Pow Wow, Jigging, Inuit Dance), Street Dance, and Contemporary Dance. As part of OLIs mission, you will travel to First Nations, Mtis, and Inuit communities and teach youth in Grades 712. This is an opportunity to inspire, connect, and make a long-term impact through dance. POSITION OVERVIEW The OLI Dance Teacher/Choreographer is a creative leader, mentor, and role model who delivers OLIs high-school dance-accredited program in assigned communities. You will choreograph and teach an original 2-minute routine throughout the school year, support the credit delivery process, and prepare youth for culminating projects, such as a live or video performance. You will also teach other choreographers routines (using provided tutorials) to help selected students prepare for OLIs Annual Showcase and Camp in Ontario. MODELS OF DELIVERY Remote Communities (Fly-In or Rural): Travel to community 36 times between SeptemberJune Trips last approximately 5 days (MondayFriday) Weekend travel may be required, depending on flight access Flights, transportation, and accommodations are covered by OLI and the community Meals reimbursed under OLI's Meal Allowance Policy Urban Communities (Within Driving Distance): Travel to community 23 times per week (SeptemberJune) Classes are 1.52 hours Mileage and transportation costs may be reimbursed as necessary KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Collaborate with the Associate Director on song selections and choreography concepts Attend the mandatory Choreographer Summit (September 68, 3 full days, dates TBC) in Toronto Plan and deliver frequent rehearsals (1.5 6 hours/day, depending on number of groups and size ) Choreograph and teach a 2-minute culturally and age-appropriate routine (due by February) Include structured warm-ups and cool-downs in each class Support credit programming by teaching basic dance vocabulary and theory Record and upload tutorial videos after each visit Submit rough music mix by mid-December; final mix by end of February Conduct 23 student performance assessments (in person or virtual) between September and June Communicate regularly with the Associate Director and Program Coordinators/Managers Submit timesheets and expenses promptly Additional Notes: Some communities may require two original 2-minute routines. (ie. Junior and Senior Groups) Opportunities to be matched with multiple communities, depending on your availability and experience KEY DETAILS Type: Contract Work Compensation: Day Rates Based on Teaching Experience Start Date: September Term: September 2025 June 2026 Reports To: Associate Director Programs, Dance Location: Remote/Urban travel across Canada Benefits: N/A IDEAL CANDIDATE 2+ years of experience teaching and choreographing dance Flexible and available to travel frequently from September to June Preference for candidates based in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, or Alberta Background in Indigenous Dance, Street Dance, or Contemporary styles Warm, approachable, reliable, and punctual Strong relationship-building skills with youth and community members Adaptable to new and unfamiliar environments Professional, coachable, and communicative Familiar with youth work best practices and rehearsal etiquette Politically and culturally sensitive; able to navigate diverse spaces with tact and care Clear and current police background check A valid drivers license is an asset Experience working with Indigenous youth or racialized populations is an asset First Aid or Mental Health training certification is considered an asset We Welcome Diverse Experience We encourage applications from choreographers at various stages of their careers: Emerging professionals (01 years of experience) with flexible schedules Experienced professionals with limited availability who are passionate about mentorship and working with emerging Indigenous choreographers and teachers. We are also building an on-call list for short-term or one-off workshop opportunities Indigenous Applicants Strongly Encouraged We especially welcome applications from First Nations, Mtis, and Inuit persons. Please self-identify in your application. For any inquiries, please contact: Queenie Seguban Associate Director of Programs, Dance Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply early to be considered for upcoming programming cycles. #J-18808-Ljbffr