Children’s Dance Instructor – Ballet and/or Hip Hop

Cora Dance; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Park Dance is seeking an energetic Children’s Dance Instructor to teach Ballet and/or Hip Hop to young students from Tots to Adults within a supportive, growth-focused studio. The role emphasizes breaking down foundational technique in a fun, encouraging environment and offers opportunities to teach across multiple age groups.

Ideal candidates bring passion, reliability, and a pedagogical approach to dance education, with a commitment to professional and consistent delivery.

Qualifications

• Experienced in teaching ballet or hip hop to young students.
• Ability to simplify complex technique for beginners.

Responsibilities

• Teach ballet and/or hip hop to children and teens.
• Break down foundational technique in a structured, engaging way.
• Create age-appropriate lesson plans and ensure student safety.

Skills

Youth teaching

Pedagogical knowledge

Reliability

Job description

Children’s Dance Instructor – Ballet and/or Hip Hop

Central Park Dance is looking for experienced, engaging Ballet and/or Hip HopInstructors to teach our younger students! We offer stacked class schedules to make your commute worthwhile, with opportunities to teach across various age groups (Tots through Adults).

What We’re Looking For:

• Youth Teaching Expertise: Ability to break down foundational technique for young, developing dancers in an encouraging, structured, and fun way.
• Pedagogical Knowledge: Strong understanding of proper technique, physical development, and age-appropriate dance education.
• Passionate & Reliable: Dedicated to inspiring the next generation of dancers while maintaining professionalism and consistency.

Why Join Central Park Dance?

• Established Legacy: Westchester’s longest continually operating dance studio—celebrating 47 years of excellence!
• Performance Opportunities: Our students participate in annual fall/winter productions (The Nutcracker), a pre-professional Company Show, and our Spring Recital.
• Supportive Environment: Led by industry veterans with 40+ years of experience, offering personal attention and growth for both students and faculty.