Area Coordinator Path Forward Program

This program is designed for instructors committed to pursuing a full-time teaching career and willing to put in the effort to improve and grow. Please set aside at least 60 minutes to fully read and review everything in this application. If you have any questions, please let us know. This program will entail thoroughly reading documentation, recording your classes & breaking, being committed to growth, and attending one meeting per session to get feedback on where you are in the process.

WeBreak Area Coordinator
$45,760 - $72,800+ Annual Salary*
(WeBreak's bonus structure allows this amount to be uncapped and is based on your region's performance)

(WeBreak Area Coordinators, Administrative Manager & Owner at our 2023 Holiday AC Breakfast)

WeBreak Area Coordinator Informational

WeBreak’s Mission Statement
WeBreak Hip-Hop Dance Company was established in 2011 in Long Beach, CA. WeBreak is a bboy-owned, mobile dance company and industry leader pushing breaking education to the next level. We are committed to providing breaking careers for the breaking community. We teach throughout Los Angeles County, and the Orange County areas – in preschools, after schools and studios. We are gearing up to expand our breaking programs within various regions with the United States.

Empowering Programs. Empowering Careers. Empowering Communities. Our mission is to offer empowering youth breaking programs, sustainable careers, and innovative services. We are committed to leveraging the art form of breaking by teaching its techniques, principles and values to our students. We recognize these values and have created our very own robust breaking programs and curriculum for all ages that foster and promote proper breakdancing techniques, self confidence, discipline, self-expression, health, fitness and teamwork.

WeBreak is looking to internally promote bgirls and bboys who have the desire and experience to teach beginner, intermediate and advanced level breaking classes while also growing their assigned region! If you have a passion for breaking, patience to teach the youth and the self-motivation to become a professional, please complete this interest form to sign up for the WeBreak Area Coordinator Path Forward Program.

Core Values
As an Area Coordinator (AC), it is vital to embrace and uphold WeBreak's Mission Statement and embody our Core Values. We highly value team members who embody the three C's: Commitment, Capability, and Coachability. This means demonstrating dedication and care in your daily work, showcasing your capacity for growth, and being open to learning, failing, and feedback for growth opportunities. Additionally, ACs should align with our Core Values, including a passion for breaking, having a teacher's mindset, a commitment to personal & professional growth, taking initiative, and fostering collaboration within the team.

WeBreak Area Coordinator
WeBreak ACs are required to be full-time. You will be responsible to teach beginner, intermediate and advanced breaking classes to students 3-12 years old, while also growing and managing your region –  training and support provided. This career option is best for those looking to start their breaking career and become a long-term manager. Please read the position details below and fill out the interest form to be considered for any current or future available positions.

Job Description
WeBreak ACs are responsible for teaching classes, while also managing their entire region (training and support provided by upper management). This position is required to be full-time; guaranteed 40 hours per week which is broken down to approximately 20 hours of teaching time and 20 hours of adminstration time. Our Area Coordinators should be exceptionally responsible, communicative, innovative, have strong integrity and a team-player mindset. Must have been a WeBreak part-time instructor for at least two consecutive years or an equal amount of teaching experience. All hired instructors should possess a deep understanding of the history & fundamentals of breaking, teaching WeBreak’s curriculum, as well as always improving and mastering their skills.

Responsibilities

• Uphold WeBreak Soul Evolution mindset (i.e. Mission Statement, Core Values, and Three C’s)
• Adhere to & teach WeBreak curriculum and methodology
• Tracking program activities (e.g. teaching schedules, taking attendance, class announcements, designing recital choreography)
• Attend weekly meetings (i.e. online and in-person)
• Complete administrative tasks (e.g. emails, assigned tasks, sales)
• Sustain excellent communication with the team, contracts and clients 
• Attend all WeBreak events (e.g. Soul Evolution, Recitals, Holiday Team Trip)
• Show up as a leader and role model (i.e. being on-time, professional) 
• Grow your region through sales (i.e. maintain & obtain contracts)
• Train & manage regional part-time instructors
• Additional miscellaneous tasks required

Area Coordinator Requirements

General Qualifications

• Full time schedule availability
• Minimum 3 year commitment
• Professionalism and responsibility (excellent communication & attendance)
• Reliable transportation (auto insurance required)
• Must live within your region, or willing to move to available region

AC “Soul Evolution” Mindset

• Long-term vision for yourself and WeBreak
• Encompass WeBreak Mission Statement/Tagline, Core Values, and Three C’s
  • Mission Statement & Tagline:
    • To offer empowering youth breaking programs, sustainable careers, and innovative services.
    • Empowering Programs. Empowering Careers. Empowering Communities.
  • Core Values (“Soul Evolution” Growth, Teaching, Breaking, Initiative, Collaboration):
    • Lifelong learner and open to constructive feedback
    • Purpose and responsibility for teaching the youth
    • Passion for breaking
    • Innovator and business owner mindset
    • Willingness to work as a team player and contribute consistently
  • Three C’s
    • Coachable
    • Committed
    • Capable 

Breaking Qualifications

• At least 7 years bgirl/bboy experience
• Mastery of fundamentals (all listed as a part-time instructor)
• Strong understanding of advanced moves (e.g. backspin, windmills, 1 leg swipes, 2 legged swipes)
• Continually elevating your breaking through training
• Compete in at least 3 battles per year

While these criteria are essential for the AC role, we acknowledge that individuals may excel in other areas crucial to the position. Ultimately, we seek candidates who demonstrate a profound passion for breaking and are dedicated to their ongoing development as bboys/bgirls in every aspect.

ACs serve as exemplars of skilled bboys/bgirls who are deeply passionate about the art form. They participate in solo performances, showcase their talent at our recitals, and inspire parents by demonstrating the potential skill level their children can achieve. Additionally, ACs may represent WeBreak in community battles, where we expect them to make a strong impression.

Teaching Qualifications

• At least 2 years WeBreak teaching experience or equivalent
• A passion for teaching the youth
• Satisfactory / Exceeded Expectations on Instructor Review Card
• Consistent average rating of between 9-10 on parent surveys responses

Administrative Qualifications

• Excellent communication & organizational skills
• Proficient computer literacy
• Capability to learn new company systems (training provided)
• Some college or equivalent professional experience in management

Area Coordinator Training
You will undergo a comprehensive AC training program to ensure you fully grasp the teaching curriculum, administrative duties, and sales process before taking on these responsibilities independently.

If you are interested in becoming an AC, it is crucial to submit your interest form as soon as possible to allow for at least a year of preparation. Upon readiness for the position, you will undergo sales training, followed by a seamless transition into your new region with classes already established from your sales efforts. New ACs are expected to secure sales, onboard new schools, and secure contracts.

During the transition and training process, you'll shadow another AC to learn all the necessary systems and procedures. This onboarding goal is to set up studio classes, secure 1-2 hours of after-school contracts (Monday through Friday), and familiarize yourself with the systems. Your training will be completed between January and May (Spring Session) or August and November (Fall Session), depending on the region's timing.

Potential New Regions
WeBreak is always looking to expand. As of 2024, the following areas are on our radar for expansion. Please note that our business model allows us to open almost anywhere that has school districts and a local breaking community. Depending on the candidate, we are open to discussing other region possibilities as long as they meet our requirements. When completing this form, please write in any region(s) you are interested in starting.

• Southern California
  
  • SFV (Van Nuys)
  • Inland Empire (San Bernardino)
• Las Vegas (All Areas)
• Portland, Oregon
• Seattle, Washington

*Any major city in the US that meets our criteria may be considered.

Initial Goal
As an AC, your initial goal will be to create 20 ongoing WeBreak classes in your region, with the assistance of your trainer and WeBreak resources. A breakdown of these classes are listed below:

• 10 after school classes (back-to-back, Monday-Friday)
• 5 preschool classes (Monday-Friday late mornings)
• 2 WeeBreaker classes (one weekday, one weekend class)
• 2 Beginner classes (one weekday, one weekend class)
• 1 Intermediate class (eventually 1 Crew class once these students advance)

Salary*

• The starting salary for Area Coordinators is $45,760 ($20 an hour), and can range up to $72,800 ($35 an hour) within the first 2-4 years (which is uncapped and may be more depending on regional financial growth results) 
  • ACs receive annual bonuses, plus hourly rate increases when exceeding regional financial goals (i.e. $10,000 bonus + approximate $5 hourly increase)
  • Hourly income is uncapped and based on incoming, maintainted regional finances
  • The starting rate of $20 per hour is negotiable (up to $22 an hour) depending on prior teaching, breaking AND professional experience 
• Guaranteed full-time hours
• Unlimited Time Off (ACs are guaranteed 80 full-time hours, paid bi-weekly, even if you are off for a holiday or personal reasons. We want ACs to feel secure in their pay, not worried about counting hours, and instead focusing on building their region to the best it can be)
• 5 Weeks Paid Vacation:
  • Last 2 weeks in December
  • 2 weeks in June (aligning with the region's school district summer break)
  • 1 week Spring Break

Included Benefits

Bonuses	Uncapped Income	4 weeks + Yearly PTO
Company Credit Card	Workers Comp	24 Hour Fitness Membership
WeBreak Apparel	Guaranteed Hours	Company Equipment
Profit Share	Split Shift Schedule	Unlimited Time Off
Bboy Owned	Hybrid Work	Company Lunches
Growth Opportunities	Supportive Team	Industry Leader
AAA Membership	Learn Professional Skills	See Student Growth
Free Personal Financial Planning Software (YNAB)	Roth IRA (CalSavers)	Paid Drive & Mileage

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. If I'm fully booked with classes, how will I manage to handle administrative tasks? Your administrative duties will be scheduled during times when you don't have any classes to teach. Teaching classes is our top priority, with a maximum limit of 20 hours per week. When your class schedule reaches full capacity, we'll hire a part-time instructor to assist you in your region.
2. Will I be required to teach classes outside of my designated region? Most of your teaching and responsibilities, about 95%, will be within your designated region. However, occasionally, there might be team-wide meetings or events where your presence is required, or you may need to visit another region for specific reasons. We strive to give you advance notice for such occurrences to ensure proper preparation.
3. What will a typical day look like? In the mornings, the first hour or two are dedicated to checking emails, voicemails, and text messages, and promptly responding to inquiries about our breaking program. Following that, you'll transition into sales, utilizing our project management system (Asana & AC Dashboard) to follow up with leads from parents, schools, and organizations interested in hosting our program. The remainder of the day will be spent teaching a variety of classes including preschool, after school, beginners, and crew sessions. Weekly meetings and additional planning sessions are also part of the schedule.
4. How long does administrative training take? The comprehensive training, covering both administrative tasks and teaching methods, spans approximately 2 to 4 months. This duration aligns with the length of our sessions, allowing ample time to address various scenarios and develop proficiency in handling them effectively.
5. Are there health insurance benefits included? There are currently no health insurance benefits. However, as the company and position grows, benefits will be added.
6. Do I get paid for drive time? Yes, it is outlined in the AC Manual how this is calculated.
7. Will I be able to be involved with other dance related activities, jobs, etc? This career comes with a lot of responsibility and will require you to manage your time efficiently. It is expected that this job is your number one priority when it comes to dance and work related activities. As long as you are able to plan ahead, give ample amount of time for your request and communicate well and produce great results within your region then you should not have a problem finding time to compete and train and even do small projects on the side. We want all of our instructors and managers to have a diverse portfolio and be fulfilled both inside and outside of work!
8. How is the bonus structured? After the one year probationary period, all Area Coordinators can earn a 30%/70% bonus each year, plus an additional hourly increase equivalent to the bonus amount. The bonus is paid out in the summer, in June. 

Schedule Details

• Full-time (40 hours per week, including a maximum of 15-20 teaching hours)
• Split schedule, Monday through Saturday (i.e. your schedule is based on regional contracts)
• Some scheduling may be rigid due to school contracts that fall during specific times:
  • Preschools between 9 am – 12 pm, Monday - Friday (1 hour)
  • After school classes between 1 pm – 5 pm, Monday - Friday (1-2 hours)
  • Studio classes 4 pm - 7 pm, on select days & Saturdays 9 am - 11 am
• As your region grows, and part-time instructors are hired within your region, the less teaching hours you may teach & delegate beginner classes to other instructors

Sample Schedule
This schedule reflects an actual work week of an Area Coordinator. It's essential to note that your schedule may vary based on the session's progress and the number of classes in your region. The purpose is to provide you with an overview of what to expect in your role as an Area Coordinator.

Start Time	End Time	Activity	Category	Total Hours
THURSDAY
9:00 AM	10:00 AM	Emails	Admin	1:00
10:00 AM	12:00 PM	Sales	Sales	2:00
12:00 PM	1:00 PM	Meeting	Meeting	1:00
1:00 PM	2:00 PM	Lunch	Lunch	1:00
2:00 PM	3:00 PM	After School Class		1:00
3:00 PM	4:00 PM	Enrollment & Analysis		1:00
Total				6:00

Start Time	End Time	Activity	Category	Total Hours
FRIDAY
9:00 AM	10:00 AM	Emails	Admin	1:00
10:00 AM	12:00 AM	Sales	Sales	2:00
12:00 PM	1:00 PM	Lunch	Lunch	1:00
1:00 PM	3:30 PM	After School Classes	Teaching	2:30
4:00 PM	4:45 PM	Driving	Driving	0:45
5:00 PM	8:00 PM	Studio	Teaching	3:00
Total				9:15

Start Time	End Time	Activity	Category	Total Hours
SATURDAY
9:00 AM	10:00 AM	Beginners	Teaching	1:00
10:00 AM	10:45 AM	WeeBreakers	Teaching	0:45
Total				1:45

Start Time	End Time	Activity	Category	Total Hours
MONDAY
9:00 AM	10:00 AM	Emails	Admin	1:00
10:00 AM	12:00 AM	Sales	Sales	2:00
12:00 PM	1:00 PM	Lunch	Lunch	1:00
1:00 PM	3:30 PM	Private Lessons	Teaching	2:30
5:00 PM	8:00 PM	Studio Classes	Teaching	3:00
Total				8:30

Start Time	End Time	Activity	Category	Total Hours
TUESDAY
9:00 AM	10:00 AM	Emails	Admin	1:00
10:00 AM	12:00 PM	Sales	Sales	2:00
12:00 PM	1:00 PM	Lunch	Lunch	1:00
1:00 PM	4:30 PM	Sales	Sales	3:30
4:30 PM	5:30 PM	Online Class	Teaching	1:00
5:30 PM	6:30 PM	Online Class	Teaching	1:00
Total				8:30

Start Time	End Time	Activity	Category	Total Hours
WEDNESDAY
9:00 AM	10:00 AM	Emails	Admin	1:00
10:00 AM	12:00 PM	Sales	Sales	2:00
12:00 PM	1:00 PM	Lunch	Lunch	1:00
1:30 PM	2:00 PM	Timesheet	Admin	0:30
3:00 PM	3:45 PM	Sales	Sales	0:45
4:00 PM	4:45 PM	WeeBreakers	Teaching	0:45
5:00 PM	6:00 PM	Beginners	Teaching	1:00
Total				6:00
TOTAL				40:00

Path Forward Steps & Timeline

Phase 1 - Learning & Understanding
Phase one is focused on learning what WeBreak is about, how to teach excellent classes, and what the day-to-day responsibilities of an AC are. Please refer to the WeBreak Area Coordinator Informational to get a clear understanding of what the position entails.

Below are requirements to be completed within the first phase:

1. Be hired as part-time WeBreak Instructor
2. Read, learn and understand WeBreak's:
   • Teaching Curriculum
   • Mission Statement
   • Core Values
   • 3 C's
   • Area Coordinator Informational
3. Teach excellent classes according to the curriculum
4. Submit interest form for WeBreak Path Forward Program (to start the process of pursuing an AC position)

Phase one will take approximately one to four months to complete (up to 1 session), or longer depending how interested, eager and determined the applicant is in progressing towards becoming an AC.

Phase 2 - Evaluation
Phase two consists of your work being evaluated. By this point, you should have a strong understanding of WeBreak's curriculum, mission, core values, and the AC position.

During this second phase, you will meet with the owner and your supervising AC to review your teaching, and other relevant areas, to ensure you meet the position's standards of excellence. You do not need to be the perfect instructor to advance in this program. However, we are looking for individuals who welcome feedback, constructive criticism, and are determined to turn their weaknesses into strengths.

Phase two will take about four to twelve months to complete (1-3 sessions), depending on the level of dedication and efforts. We want applicants to learn and grow, therefore we do not want anyone to rush through the process; questions and patience are welcomed from those interested in taking this path forward to becoming an AC.

Below are the areas of work you will be evaluated & graded on via session developmental meetings:

1. Teaching/curriculum & personal breaking
2. Attendance & being on-time
3. Administrative duties
4. Internal & external communications
5. Understanding of WeBreak (mission, core values, AC position)

Phase 3 - Planning
Phase three is for those individuals who have an excellent understanding of WeBreak, and who have also excelled in receiving feedback during phase two. 

At this stage, viable AC candidates will begin the interview process, in which a new region is determined together. Higher levels of discussion will take place during this phase, in which could involve discussions about moving to a new region, schedule details, sales training, and official AC training.

The AC Interview process consists of:

1. Interviewing with upper management to determine hiring plan & new region
2. Determine timeline (i.e. transition from part-time to full-time, moving details if applicable, starting pay)

Due to planning and scheduling being a complex topic, to determine the best time to bring an applicant on full-time, this phase may take anywhere from four to twelve months to complete (1-3 sessions). 

Phase 4 - Hiring
The final phase is the time to take action and get hands on experience as an AC. The new region location, timeline, and scheduling has all been determined in the prior phase. After all training is complete, the part-time Instructor will transition to full-time AC on the date and time determined.

1. Sales training (1-2 sessions)
2. AC training & transition period (30-40 hours per week)
3. Start AC position fully after trainings are completed (40 hours per week)