Dance Instructor for All Ages | Creative Mentor & Community

West Valley Dance Company; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holiday pay

Medical, dental, and vision

FSA

Long-term disability

Life Insurance

Tuition discount

Job summary

West Valley Dance Company in San Jose offers professional dance education for dancers of all ages. As a dancer-teacher, you will provide engaging instruction across multiple styles, foster confidence and teamwork, and connect with families to support each student's growth.

This role requires energy, creativity, and reliability, with compensation $25-40 per hour depending on experience. Bay Area studios require travel between locations.

Qualifications

• Strong dance background and passion for teaching.
• Experience with children ages 18 months–18 years preferred.
• Energetic, creative and encouraging.
• Help dancers develop technique and confidence.
• Clear, professional communication with students and families.
• Reliable, collaborative team player with transportation to Bay Area studios.

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging and professional dance instruction to students of varying ages and abilities.
• Create a supportive, encouraging classroom environment where every dancer can grow.
• Inspire creativity, confidence, and teamwork through movement and performance.
• Maintain strong communication with families and studio leadership.
• Contribute to a positive studio culture rooted in passion, excellence, and community.

Skills

Dance instruction

Child development

Communication

Team player

Reliability

Transportation

Job description

West Valley Dance Company in San Jose offers professional dance education for dancers of all ages. As a dancer-teacher, you will provide engaging instruction across multiple styles, foster confidence and teamwork, and connect with families to support each student's growth.

This role requires energy, creativity, and reliability, with compensation $25-40 per hour depending on experience. Bay Area studios require travel between locations.