Dance Instructor

San Diego Dance Theater; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,104; Part time

Job summary

A local dance studio in San Diego is looking for in-person Children's Classes teachers for the Fall 2026 session. The role requires 2+ years of experience in teaching dance to children aged 2-8 and proficiency in Ballet and Tap. Responsibilities include creating age-appropriate lesson plans, with classes scheduled on Wednesdays from 3pm to 6pm. Compensation is set at $40 per hour. Interested candidates should send a resume to [e-mail] by April 7th, 2026.

Qualifications

• 2 or more years of experience teaching dance classes for children ages 2 - 8.
• Competence in the styles of Ballet and Tap required.
• Ability to create and deliver age and style appropriate lesson plans.

Responsibilities

• Teach Children's Classes in-person on Wednesdays between 3pm - 6pm.

Skills

Classroom management

Verbal communication

Email communication

Job description

San Diego Dance Theater is hiring in-person Children's Classes teachers for the Fall 2026 session! Session runs from approximately mid-September to mid-December with the opportunity to continue employment into Spring Session and beyond.

Qualifications:

• 2 or more years of experience teaching dance classes for children ages 2 - 8
• competence in the styles of Ballet and Tap required
• strong classroom management, verbal communication, and email communication skills
• ability to create and deliver age and style appropriate lesson plans

Good to know:

• Teacher needed on Wednesdays between 3pm - 6pm, so your availability would need to be compatible with those timeframes
• Compensation is $40 per hour, and is non-negotiable

To apply:

• Send a brief, one-page resume including your most recent and relevant work experience to [e-mail] by April 7th, 2026
• Optional additional materials: Cover letter and headshot

If your application is selected to move forward into the interview process, our Education and Outreach manager will contact you via email. Thank you!