Job Title: Dance Modern II Student Class Assistant (WS-ST2)
Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057
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Department Name: Dance
Unit Number (5 digits): 11150
Length of Position: See Employment Authorization
Contact Person/Supervisor: Dance Faculty or Dance AAA
Wage Range: $12.00-13.00/hour
of the Position: (Purpose of the Position):
Support Modern II by strengthening day-to-day course logistics and student success—especially around phrase work—while serving as a steady peer resource, morale booster, and communication bridge between students and the professor.
Transferable Skills:
Communication
Leadership and peer mentoring
Time management and reliability
Observation and attention to detail
Professionalism and discretion
Collaborative problem-solving
Duties and Responsibilities:
Take attendance each class session and flag any patterns (absences, lateness, concerns) that may need professor attention
Be available as a peer resource for students to refine, review, and learn phrase work (outside of class as scheduled)
Help connect students to department resources (studio etiquette, practice strategies, supports, etc.)
Support a positive course culture: encouragement, morale, and community care
Notice and relay any student concerns or course issues to the professor in a timely, professional way
Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)
Prior experience in modern/technique coursework at St. Olaf (Modern I or equivalent; Modern II preferred)
Strong grasp of phrase work, rehearsal habits, and embodied learning practices
Dependable, prompt, and comfortable supporting peers in a studio setting
Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries and confidentiality when student concerns arise
Physical and Environmental Factors:
This position requires crouching, kneeling/crawling, stooping, twisting/pivoting, climbing/balancing, and reaching overhead to perform the essential functions. It also requires rare exposure to loud noise to perform the essential functions. Candidates must possess the ability to safely perform the physical work required of all duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.
