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Student Teacher Application

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  • Thank you for your interest in being involved in the NEW Student Teacher Program. Please return this application to Miss Angel by immediately.. AFS is looking for dedicated assistants who are able to assist at least 2 nights per week, up to 4 hours per week. 3 hours are required. When completed by your senior (graduation year) this program will qualify you to become an instructor at AFS or another studio program if you go away to college (including references).

    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 14 years of age and enrolled in Level IV or higher for their regular technique classes.

    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
    Personal Information
  • Schedule of Availability and Activities
  • Personal Statements
    Please briefly answer the following questions.
  • Position Description
    [column-half-1] Responsibilities
    • 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
    • Work up to 4 hours, at least 3 required / 2 nights per week
    [column-half-2] Benefits
    • Complimentary Workshops hosted by AFS
    • Leadership and Training Workshop for New Student Teacher Program
    • Experience with Choreography
    • Learning Lesson Plan Skills and Guidelines for Curriculums
    [column-end]
    Code of Ethics
    1. I will demonstrate respect, loyalty, maturity, patience, and kindness to my students, my peers, my parents, my teachers, and other visitors to AFS both when I am student teaching classes and when taking classes.
    2. I will treat children of all races, religions, cultures, and backgrounds with respect and courtesy.
    3. I will share my love of dance with my students in an encouraging and positive way.
    4. I will follow the Classroom Assistant Dress Code set forth by AFS. This includes having my hair in a bun, no big jewelry, and wearing appropriate shoes.
    5. 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 AFS if I am unable to continue my commitment so that another dancer may have this opportunity.
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