Dance Instructor

Fred Astaire Dance Studios - Colorado; West Bloomfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Fred Astaire Dance Studios is seeking a passionate Dance Instructor to join their team. This role offers the chance to enrich lives through dance, conducting classes and helping students reach their goals in a fun, supportive environment. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, customer-focused, and enjoy working with diverse individuals. The position includes opportunities for professional growth and a dynamic work atmosphere.

Benefits

High-energy work environment

Professional dance training

Opportunities for growth

Travel opportunities

Health & Wellness benefits

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and enthusiastic about dance.
• Strong customer service skills and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct private and group dance classes.
• Help students achieve personal dance goals.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Interpersonal Skills

Physical Fitness

Job description

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We are growing! Fred Astaire Dance Studios is excited to be adding to our team of professional dance instructors. We are currently hiring for a Dance Instructor position. Whether you have years of dance and/or dance instructor experience or none at all, you could have a successful future with us! If you love interacting with people, having fun, helping others, staying VERY active, and having control over what you earn, you will love a career with Fred Astaire!

As a high energy, customer-focused instructor, you will conduct private and group dance classes throughout the week. You and your Fred Astaire team will help students reach their personal dance goals through various methods—from a single event to a lifelong journey of dance growth. You will have the unique opportunity to enhance people's lives every day. You will meet and work closely with people from all walks of life, which will enrich you personally in ways no other environment can.

We maintain regular studio hours throughout the week; however, we host many events on some weekday evenings and weekends, which you will need and want to attend with your students.

Who we are:

Enriching lives - physically, mentally, emotionally & socially, through the positive, transforming power of dance.

Fred Astaire Dance Studios is a leader in ballroom dance instruction worldwide. Founded in 1947 with one studio on Park Avenue in Manhattan, we now have 180 locations serving over 25,000 students. We are a global family, honoring Mr. Fred Astaire's legacy and committed to pursuing excellence through dance.

We welcome everyone interested in starting their dance journey because we believe dance is for everybody and every BODY! Our atmosphere is characterized by kindness, warmth, and care, creating a welcoming, non-judgmental, and FUN environment that our students notice from their first visit.

We offer group and private lessons, wedding dance choreography, performance opportunities, local dance parties, and host around 35 national and regional dance competitions annually, providing our students and professionals opportunities to compete across various categories.

Requirements

Successful Dance Instructors:

• Are self-motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate about dance
• Have outstanding customer service skills
• Understand what it takes to succeed and are committed to their work
• Hold themselves accountable
• Are team players and unselfish
• Eager to accept coaching and feedback
• Maintain a positive outlook
• Establish exceptional physical fitness and endurance levels
• Have strong interpersonal skills and can work with students of all ages

Benefits

As a Fred Astaire Certified Dance instructor, you will receive:

• A high-energy, fun-filled work environment
• A variety of activities such as lessons, performances, parties, and competitions
• Top-tier professional dance training and a comprehensive curriculum
• Access to national dance coaches for skill development
• Training to enhance dance and business skills
• Opportunities for professional growth and studio ownership
• Chances to compete and earn titles and prizes
• Performance venues with fellow professionals and students
• Travel opportunities

Compensation includes:

• Salary based on experience
• Bonuses and competition winnings
• Benefits such as PTO, Continuing Education, and Health & Wellness

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

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