Dance & Movement Artists During School Hours

Starting Arts; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Starting Arts is seeking experienced Dance and Movement instructors for the 2025-2026 school year to support during-school arts education programs in California. The role targets TK-5th grade students, with part-time hours and required commuting.

Training begins in early October, and the rotation starts mid-October with onboarding and ongoing collaboration with school staff. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of teaching experience, the ability to create and adapt lesson plans, and strong

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience, preferably with groups of 20 or more students.
• Understanding or willingness to understand the California Visual and Performing Arts Standards (VAPA).
• Experience creating and implementing lesson plans.
• Clear communication skills; ability to respond to emails with SA program directors and school administration in a timely manner.
• Ability to demonstrate instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging dance/movement lessons to TK-5th grade students.
• Adapt activities to meet diverse needs and group sizes.
• Maintain safe, organized, and supportive classroom environments.
• Communicate with SA program directors and school administration as needed.
• Provide TB test/assessment documentation as required.

Skills

Teaching

Lesson planning

Communication

Classroom management

Adaptability

Job description

Dance & Movement instructors, During-school:

Starting Arts is looking for experienced and enthusiastic Dance and/or Movement instructors to work in our during-school arts education programs in the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. Ideal candidates are comfortable working with students in grades TK-5th grade. Teaching experience is required, however, a teacher credential is not required. This is a part-time position. Commuting is required, and therefore reliable transportation is necessary. Artists work between 2-5 days per week, providing flexibility with additional work or academic schedules. Our next during school rotation begins in mid October with on boarding and training beginning in early October.

Required Qualifications - A successful candidate has:

• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience, preferably with groups of 20 or more students
• Understanding or willingness to understand the California Visual and Performing Arts Standards (VAPA)
• Experience creating and implementing lesson plans
• Clear communication skills; ability to respond to emails with SA program directors and
  school administration in a timely manner
• Ability to demonstrate instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners
• Experience in teaching neurodivergent and physically challenged students is a plus
• Ability to organize age appropriate activities for the purpose of ensuring student
  engagement and participation
• Ability to manage student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning
  environment
• Dependable means of transportation
• Proof of TB test/Assessment

We are also looking for someone who is:

• Punctual, organized, and adaptable to classroom environments
• A diplomatic, clear, and effective communicator and has the ability to work collaboratively
  and cooperatively
• Knowledgeable of south bay traffic patterns and has reliable transportation.

Compensation is dependent upon experience.