Ballet Teacher

Tutu School Sunnyvale; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Tutu School Sunnyvale is seeking a warm Ballet Teacher to lead 45-minute classes using our curriculum. You will support families, assist with retail tasks, and help maintain a welcoming studio environment for young dancers and their caregivers.

The role emphasizes early childhood dance education, teamwork, and clear communication with families. Prior ballet background and teaching experience are preferred; high school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Qualifications

• Ballet background and teaching experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to work with young children and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead 45-minute classes following Tutu School's Class Curriculum.
• Take attendance and answer questions about class membership and promotions.
• Build rapport and communication with students' families and prospective clients.
• Perform basic retail duties including restocking and processing sales with the POS.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the studio, lobby, retail display and restrooms.
• Communicate effectively with management; use Slack for team updates.
• Create a safe space for all students and families.
• Participate in teacher meetings and training.
• Aim for metrics: trial class conversion, Brave Bash participation, and marketing events.

Skills

Ballet dance experience

Teaching experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Ballet Teacher

Founded in 2008, Tutu School is a quaint and whimsical collection of boutique ballet schools designed to foster creativity and joy while encouraging tiny dancers to fully exercise their imagination as well as bodies. With over 100 locations across the U.S. and Canada, Tutu School provides an imaginative curriculum that celebrates the magic of childhood and builds confidence through movement.

We are Tutu Collective Inc., a proud multi-unit franchisee of Tutu School. We currently operate 11 Tutu School locations across California, New York and Connecticut. We are hiring for a Ballet Teacher that can work at Tutu School Sunnyvale, Belmont, Redwood City, South San Jose and Willow Glen.

Job Summary

Seeking a warm, engaging Ballet Teacher to lead 45-minute classes using Tutu School’s curriculum. Responsibilities include teaching young dancers, supporting families, assisting with retail sales, maintaining studio cleanliness, and communicating with the team. Ideal for those passionate about early childhood dance education.

Responsibilities

• Lead 45-minute classes following Tutu School's carefully crafted Class Curriculum.
• Take attendance and answer questions about class membership and promotions.
• Build rapport and communication with students' families and prospective clients.
• Perform basic retail duties including product restocking and processing sales using a point-of-sale system.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the studio, lobby, retail display, and bathroom.
• Communicate effectively with management and administration. Use Slack for communication with managers and teachers.
• Create a safe space for all students and their families.
• Participate in teacher meetings and training.
• Meet specific metrics including:
  • Trial Class: Minimum of 50% conversion rate
  • Brave Bash: Minimum of 50% participation rate
  • Participating in marketing events and promotions
  • Discussing studio offerings such as, camp, birthday parties, etc

Tutu Principles

• Keep Moving: Keep dancing. Keep twirling. Keep going. Momentum doesn’t generate itself.
• Exceed Expectations: Tutu School families have high expectations. We want to leap over them.
• Mistakes Happen: Own them. Understand them. Grow from them.
• Remember Why: Tutu School exists to make space in the world for creativity and joy.
• Next Right Thing: Find it. Follow it. One right thing at a time.
• Find The Magic: Always. In everything you do.

Qualifications

• Experience in dancing with a ballet background is strongly preferred
• Teaching experience is preferred
• High school or equivalent is preferred