Teaches students in the practice, theory and performance of dance, in private training establishments.

Tasks Include:

• determines students interests, capabilities and potential for training through interview and observation
• plans programs of study for individual students and groups
• explains and demonstrates techniques and methods of regulating movements of body and feet to musical and rhythmic accompaniment
• trains students in the execution of dance steps and routines
• develops skills of musical interpretation and performance artistry
• assesses competence and provides feedback
• teaches theory of the particular area of study
• may choreograph dances for special concerts and prepare students for competitions
• may instruct other teachers of dance in methods of instructing pupils and in theories of learning, and the development of dance programs