Dance Instructors – Open Pool 2025

Colorado State University; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Dance Instructors for an open pool in 2025. This role offers the opportunity to teach various dance courses, fostering creativity and skill development in students. With a focus on collaboration and work-life balance, this position is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in the academic dance community. Join a vibrant institution committed to transforming lives through education and the arts. If you have a strong background in dance and teaching, this is your chance to inspire the next generation of dancers in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Robust benefits package

Collaborative atmosphere

Focus on work-life balance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in dance or 5 years of professional teaching experience required.
• Preferred: Documented teaching experience at college level.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of dance courses including technique and choreography.
• Evaluate and support students' progress in dance.

Skills

Dance Instruction

Choreography

Teaching Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dance

5 years of professional teaching experience

Job description

Working Title

Dance Instructors – Open Pool 2025

Position Location

Fort Collins, CO

Work Location

Position is fully in-office/in-person

Proposed Annual Salary Range

$46,000-$48,000 9-month base salary (prorated for part-time work)

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Position Summary

The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance may seek full time or part time, temporary Dance Instructors to teach a variety of courses including technique, choreography, and introduction to dance. Applicants are added to the pool list throughout the calendar year. Hiring decisions are made during the late spring and early summer for fall semester, during the early fall semester for spring, and during the spring semester for the summer term.

Conditions of Employment

Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in dance OR a minimum of 5 years of extensive professional teaching and performing dance experience.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Documented teaching experience at the college or university level.

Application Procedure

Submit a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. All materials must be submitted digitally. This pool expires December 31, 2025. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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