Children Dance Instructor

Dance Teacher Finder LLC; Town of Vienna (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

A dance instruction company seeks a Dance Teacher/Instructor to lead children's dance classes. The role involves preparing and teaching dance curriculum, building positive rapport with students and staff, and actively maximizing attendance levels. The ideal candidate is passionate about dance and children, possesses strong interpersonal skills, and is eager to maintain high professional standards while representing the brand. A current driver's license is required, and candidates must be willing to undergo a background check.

Qualifications

• Must have a current driver's license and access to a car.
• Previous experience working or teaching with children.
• High energy level and positive attitude.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with children of all ages.
• Welcomes feedback and suggestions to improve classes.
• High energy, self-starter with positive attitude.
• Demonstrated professionalism and integrity.
• Able to communicate effectively with children and school staff.
• Excellent follow up skills.
• Upholds brand mission and values; dance experience a plus.
• Must have a valid driver's license and access to a car.
• Willingness to undergo a background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead children's dance classes within a local territory.
• Prepare for classes and teach curriculum.
• Communicate regularly with school staff and keep everyone updated.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers.
• Maintain professional communication with Franchise owner and staff.
• Collaborate with fellow Tippi Toes teachers.

Skills

Passion for children and dance

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work with children of all ages

Tenacity and self-motivation

Driver's license

Job description

Dance Teacher/Instructor

Multiple Locations

Who we are:

Since 1999, Tippi Toes Dance Company has been bringing a unique program of dance and creative movement to childcare centers, schools, play groups and various after school programs. Tippi Toes Dance Company cheerfully provides children with a fun, positive and nurturing environment so they can experience the joys of dance, self-expression, and movement. Classes are specifically designed to develop motor skills and body awareness while enhancing each child's self-esteem. Tippi Toes Dance Company’s award‑winning dance classes have a remarkable impact on social and developmental growth. Our classes fuel and develop the imagination, critical thinking, and sharpen both cognitive and creative skills.

Position Summary:

As a Tippi Toes Dance Teacher/Instructor you will lead children's dance classes within a local territory. Must have a love of children, passion for dance, and be highly confident in teaching young students. Responsibilities include traveling to dance locations, preparing for classes, teaching curriculum, developing positive rapport with all students and well as school staff. This role will also be responsible for working with School Directors and Owner to regularly add new students to current and future classes maximizing attendance levels. Must be highly professional in all interactions and demonstrate excellent communication skills with both school staff and Franchise owner. This position represents the Tippi Toe’s brand in all interactions and upholds the very best standards in teaching/instructing each class. The position reports to the Franchise owner.

Position Responsibilities:

• Reviews assigned curriculum and practices lesson plans prior to class
• Follows all Tippi Toe curriculum, playlists, and lesson plans without deviating
• Comes to each class in proper dress code, and allows appropriate time for set up
• Teaches each class with enthusiasm and positivity that encourages student participation, interaction, and fun
• Communicates regularly with school staff. Keeps everyone up to date.
• Works with School Director and Owner to regularly add new students to current and future classes, maximizing attendance levels.
• Daily/weekly communication with Franchise owner regarding all pertinent class/student information
• Collaborates regularly with fellow Tippi Toe’s teachers

Position Requirements:

• Passion for children and dance
• A background of working or teaching with children, or a love of doing it
• Has strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrates the ability to work with children of all ages
• Readily welcomes feedback and suggestions on how to make classes most effective
• Tenacity and self‑motivation: high energy level, self‑starter with positive attitude
• Demonstrated confidence and high level of integrity
• Ability to communicate appropriately with children as well as school staff
• Excellent follow up skills
• Upholds company brand mission, vision, and values through actions and interactions
• Performance background a plus (dance, theatre, cheer, etc.)
• Must have a current driver's license and access to a car
• Must be willing to go through a background check