About The Impact Program
This is an excellent opportunity for students who love children and may be interested in teaching dance someday.

Learning to teach is different than learning to dance, and the Impact Program is designed to train teacher hopefuls in the intricacies of effective instruction and provide valuable classroom experience and leadership development under the mentorship of a skilled teacher.

You will be trained, evaluated, and held accountable for showing progress in the qualities necessary for effective teaching in all age groups.

Who May Apply

Pure Dance Works students aged 12-18 who have completed at least one semester of classes may apply to join the Impact Program. Potential members must consistently demonstrate kindness, respect, and responsibility. 

Responsibilities

• Impact Team Members are assigned to one or more Sparkle classes for the season. They attend this class every week and are responsible for finding a sub if they must be absent occasionally.
   
• All Impact Team Members help each other as subs when someone is sick or has another obligation. 
   
• The Impact Team attends training sessions every 10 weeks during the school year and keeps a weekly digital journal. Their lead teacher provides feedback to build Impact Team Members' skills in the classroom.
   
• Impact Team Members are sometimes called upon to dance on stage with their Sparkle class(es). They must attend all rehearsals and performances for the Sparkle classes they assist on stage. 

Levels

The program has three tiers: Helper, Assistant Teacher, and Student Teacher.

Helpers | Ages 12-14 With At Least One Semester Of Dance At Pure Dance Works

Helpers simply help with a specific class all season – they prepare students for class, read stories, tie shoes, hand out props, assist with classroom management, and clean up after class.

Helpers gain valuable classroom experience and leadership development by actively participating in class while observing the teacher weekly. 

Assistant Teachers  | Ages 15-18 With At Least One Semester Of Dance At Pure Dance Works

Assistant Teachers have the same responsibilities as Helpers.

In addition, assistant teachers will sometimes teach a short class section from a provided lesson plan.

Student Teachers | Ages 16-18 With At Least Two Years Of Experience On The Impact Team

Student Teachers consistently demonstrate a commitment to responsibility, excellent communication skills, and strong leadership abilities. 

To apply, eligible students must complete the Pure Dance Works employee application process and be hired as a Student Teacher.  Acceptance is based on past performance on the Impact Team, scheduling availability, and an open teacher position. 

Student Teachers are assigned their own class(es) to teach and are compensated for their time. 

Volunteer Hour Requirement Fulfilment

Students participating as a Helper or Assistant Teacher may report their hours as volunteer service to the National Honor Society or any other program requiring volunteer hours.
 

Review The Expectations Of Impact Team Members & Apply

• Impact Team Members must uphold high standards as model students and follow specific expectations. 
   
• The student AND a parent or legal guardian must complete the application.
   
• Acceptance to the program is based on your application responses, availability, and how well you have carried yourself as a student.
   
• We will contact you after you've completed the application.
   

Please click below to review the expectations of the Impact Team and access the application:

Learn More & Apply

Participation in this leadership development program will build a solid foundation for future opportunities.

We look forward to receiving your application and, if you are placed in a classroom, watching you blossom under the mentorship of an experienced teacher soon!