Dance/Ballet Teacher for K-12 After School

Togetherhood; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Togetherhood is seeking energetic Dance instructors to teach Ballet, Hip Hop, Zumba, and general Dance to K-12 students across Philadelphia. Opportunities range from 6 to 18 weeks, with urgent needs in Pre-K through early elementary Ballet.

Classes are after-school, paid per class or per student, and contract-based under a 1099 arrangement. Instructors should create engaging curricula, lead weekly classes, and foster an inclusive, supportive learning environment for diverse skill levels.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching school-age children in a classroom or program setting.
• Ability to develop age-appropriate dance curricula for after-school programs.
• Strong classroom management and engaging instructional style.

Responsibilities

• Develop age-appropriate Dance curriculum for after-school students
• Lead weekly in-person classes with enthusiasm and expertise
• Establish a well-structured and lively classroom that keeps students engaged
• Foster a positive, supportive, and encouraging learning environment for students of varying skill levels
• Build connections with students in a warm and inclusive environment
• Track student growth and offer positive, helpful feedback
• Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to teach
• Create a memorable experience for the children in your class
• Collaborate with partner schools and adapt to different spaces and schedules

Skills

Dance expertise (Ballet)

Teaching children

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Job description

About Togetherhood

At Togetherhood, we’re building something special: a vibrant marketplace where passionate educators meet schools and communities hungry for enrichment. Whether it’s arts & crafts, basketball, breakdancing, chess, or STEM, we match talented instructors with opportunities to share their skills and spark joy in the next generation.

Our mission is simple but powerful: “to infuse every community with high quality enrichment and education.”We're here to support you in sharing your craft, your voice, and your passionwith kids who are ready to learn and grow. If you're a dynamic instructor who loves what you teach and why you teach it, we'd love for you to be part of Togetherhood.

What You'll Do

As a member of our network, you will be matched with opportunities to teach Dance (Ballet, Hip Hop, Zumba, General Dance) to K-12 students at schools, buildings, and communities across Philadelphia. These teaching opportunities will be for terms that could last anywhere from 6 weeks to 18 weeks. Pre-K - early elementary Ballet is an urgent need at this time.

• As an after school instructor, you'll have the following responsibilities:
• Develop age-appropriate Dance curriculum for after-school students
• Lead weekly in-person classes with enthusiasm and expertise
• Establish a well-structured and lively classroom that keeps students engaged
• Foster a positive, supportive, and encouraging learning environment for students of varying skill levels
• Build connections with students in a warm and inclusive environment
• Track student growth and offer positive, helpful feedback
• Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to teach
• Create a memorable experience for the children in your class

Who You Are

A fun, enthusiastic, adaptable instructor, with experience teaching school age children, and who:

• Has subject matter expertise in Dance (Ballet, Hip Hop, Zumba, etc)
• Has a passion and skill for building hands-on projects with kids
• Has excitement, joy, and passion for both teaching kids and personal development/learning
• Knows how to create a fun, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
• Brings your own voice and creativity to each class you teach
• Is cooperative, supportive, flexible
• Is dependable, proactive, and thrives when given autonomy

$80 - $100 an hour

Teachers in the Togetherhood network are paid per class, either flat rate or per-student (determined by the partner school). This is contracted, supplemental 1099 work. There is a separate materials budget for teachers to use for classes requiring one.

What to Expect

• All instructors must complete and pass a background check and state-specific clearances requirements in order to work with children.