Dance Instructor

Commonpoint; New York (NY); On-site; USD 1,800 - 3,200; Part time

Job summary

Commonpoint in Forest Hills, NY is hiring a Dance Instructor in the Health & Wellness Department to provide youth dance classes for children aged 4–12. The role focuses on teaching ballet, Zumba, jazz, and other styles, with hands-on learning and lesson planning.

The position is in-person, non-union, and reports to the Senior Director of Health & Wellness. Working schedule includes Mondays 4:00–4:45pm (ages 5–7) and 5:00–5:45pm (ages 8–11).

Qualifications

• Professional Dance background a plus.
• BFA in Dance a plus.
• CPR/First Aid certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties accurately and efficiently according to procedures.
• Safeguard equipment and materials; support cost-effective operations.
• Collaborate with supervisors and cross-department teams for timely task completion.
• Follow safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment for staff and public.

Skills

Dance background

Ballet

Choreography

Communication

Education

BFA in Dance

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

ABOUT COMMONPOINT:

At Commonpoint, community is at the heart of everything we do. With more than 90 program sites and flagship locations in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, we proudly serve over 125,000 individuals each year. From early childhood to older adulthood, we support people from all walks of life on their journeys from crisis to stability and empowerment. Our wide range of programs, spanning social services, education, and recreation, reflects our mission to build a more connected, inclusive, and thriving community for all.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

To continue advancing the impact we have across the communities we serve, Commonpoint is hiring a Dance Instructor situated within the Health & Wellness Department. The Health & Wellness Department plays a vital role in providing youth dance classes for our local community. The individual hired as Dance Instructor are key members of the Health & Wellness team. The primary responsibilities include teaching dance skills and techniques. Dance Instructors should have experience teaching ballet, zumba, jazz and other forms of dance. They are expected to assess dancer’s skills and abilities to help create a fun and nurturing environment with hands-on-learning and lesson planning for children aged 4-12 years old. Maintain supervision and care of each dancer of the dance program. Directly responsible for communicating to Senior Director any class concerns. Represent the Commonpoint Queens in a positive light at all times. . This role reports directly to the Senior Director of the Health & Wellness Department.

Across the agency, our seasonal and part-time staff play a crucial role in driving our initiatives forward by supporting daily operations, program delivery, and organizational goals.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Agency Expectations:

• Support agency initiatives by carrying out assigned duties accurately and efficiently, while following established processes and contributing to basic data collection, reporting, or documentation as required.
• Use agency resources responsibly by following established procedures, safeguarding equipment and materials, and/or supporting cost-effective operations.
• Work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross-department teams to ensure clear communication, timely task completion, and a positive, respectful work environment.
• Follow all safety protocols, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for staff, partners, and the public, and promptly report concerns or incidents.

Role Expectations:

• Experience creating choreography.
• Positive classroom management skills are a must.
• Communicate effectively with administration, parents, and dancers.
• Manage cleanliness of the dance studio.
• Effective verbal, listening and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational, stress and time management skills.

QUALIFICATIONS & KEY ATTRIBUTES:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional Dance background a plus.
• BFA in Dance a plus.
• CPR/First Aid certification a plus.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience teaching children ballet and other dance styles

KEY ATTRIBUTES:

• Consistently shows up prepared, follows through on assigned responsibilities, and meets expectations within established timelines.
• Responds effectively to changing priorities, learns new tasks quickly, and applies feedback to improve performance.
• Adheres to safety protocols, policies, and ethical standards, and represents the agency professionally in all interactions.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Commonpoint offers competitive base salaries benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area. Salaries are determined based on internal and external equity, as well as each position’s scope, qualifications, and organizational impact. We believe in compensating staff fairly and consistently, ensuring that all salary decisions align with our mission-driven commitment to equity and transparency.

To maintain fairness across the organization, salary offers are set according to established salary bands and are not subject to negotiation. New hires typically start near the beginning of the salary range to allow for growth based on performance, professional development, and tenure.

Part-Time Rate:

WORKING CONDITIONS & JOB DETAILS

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Indoor dance studio.
• Essential physical requirements: dancing, standing, climbing stairs, and walking.
• Physical effort/lifting: up to 20 pounds; medium.
• One required weekend per year for the Dance Showcase, annually on the Sunday before Father’s Day.

JOB DETAILS:

Working schedule: Mondays 4:00-4:45pm ages 5-7 yrs, 5:00-5:45pm ages 8-11 yrs.

Location: 67-09 108th St., Forest Hills, NY 11375.

Non-union position.

In Person.

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer