Dance Instructor

Dance Teacher Finder LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A dance education organization is looking for passionate dance teaching artists to inspire and teach students of all ages in various dance genres. Responsibilities include developing age-appropriate lesson plans and maintaining an energetic presence during classes. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of one year of teaching experience and a strong dedication to professional development. The role offers competitive pay of $50 per hour with flexible scheduling options. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and links to their teaching segments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of dance teaching experience or equivalent.
• Enthusiastic about professional development and honing dance pedagogy.
• Ability to teach both in-person and remotely.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in proper dance techniques.
• Develop lesson plans based on age and skill level.
• Create a positive learning environment for students.

Skills

Teaching in various dance genres

Instructing different age groups

Choreography

Communication skills

Education

Background or degree in dance

Job description

Terra Firm is looking to collaborate with passionate, professional dance teaching artists who want to make a positive impact, and have a shared mission of engaging the community through the arts.

The ideal candidates have experience in teaching any of the following genres including but not limited to: Ballet, Contemporary/Lyrical, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Latin, African, Cheer, Majorette Dance.

Opportunities are available to teach programs for early childhood development centers, elementary schools, high schools, and community organizations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Instruct students in proper, safe and informed dance techniques in an effective and encouraging manner.
• Develop lesson plans/ basic curriculum.
• Instruct specified age group (early childhood, youth, or adults).
• Balance fun with technical rigor and dedication.
• Use age‑appropriate music and choreography.
• Choreograph and rehearse routines for program performances as needed.
• Reliable and consistent presence for students/participants.
• Maintain an energetic and motivational teaching presence.
• Create a positive and nurturing learning environment.
• Enhance professional development by staying abreast of dance trends and methods.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year studio, dance teaching, or equivalent experience.
• Experience teaching beginner/intermediate levels.
• Ability to each in‑person and/or remote.
• Ability to engage, empower, and energize students of all ages and skill levels.
• Continually invest in professional development in honing dance pedagogy and instruction skills.
• Create age‑appropriate choreographic material.
• Adequate knowledge of technique vocabulary, anatomy, and kinesiology.
• Background or degree in dance highly encouraged, but not required.

Remote & Interview Process

Remote and/or phone interview process.

Terra Firm offers competitive pay of $50 per hour and flexible schedule based on candidate availability.

Application Requirements

• Cover Letter describing your interest in the position and brief teaching philosophy.
• Resume with relevant dance/teaching experience.
• An online video link to class teaching segments and/or personal choreographic works (if available).

Please send a resume, cover letter, and online video links: [e-mail]