Dance Teacher

Children's Land; Grayslake (IL); On-site; USD 3,224,000 - 5,373,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Children's Land is seeking a Dance Teacher to introduce preschoolers (ages 3–6) to basic dance concepts through play-based activities. This role involves planning age-appropriate lessons, fostering movement joy, and preparing young children for performances.

The position runs September through May, once a week for 3 hours in the morning, with a collaborative team and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Proficient in dance and able to demonstrate basic technique.
• Experience teaching or caring for children ages 3–6.
• Genuine passion for movement education and early childhood development.
• Strong verbal and non-verbal communication with children and adults.
• Ability to create a joyful, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Introduce basic dance concepts through play-based learning.
• Foster a love for movement and creative expression.
• Plan and adapt lessons for different developmental levels.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to integrate dance into routines.
• Prepare children for performances.

Skills

Dance proficiency

Preschool experience

Passion for movement

Communication skills

Classroom management

Job description

Children's Land is seeking an enthusiastic and talented Dance Teacher teaching dance to preschool aged children and staging children's performances. The hours are September through May, once a week, 3 hours in the morning.

Key Responsibilities

• Introduce young children to basic dance concepts through play-based learning.
• Foster a love for movement and encourage creative expression.
• Plan and adapt lessons to suit different developmental levels.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to incorporate dance into classroom routines.
• Prepare children for performances.

Requirements

• Proficiency in dance (required).
• Experience working with young children (ages 3-6) in a teaching or childcare setting.
• Passion for movement education and early childhood development.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Ability to create a joyful, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Why Join Children’s Land?

• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to inspire and nurture a lifelong love of movement and dance in young learners.
• Competitive pay and professional development opportunities.