Dance Teacher

Children's Land; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Children's Land in Park Ridge, IL seeks a Dance Teacher to inspire toddlers (ages 3–6) with play-based dance activities, and to stage children’s performances.

This part-time role runs September through May, twice weekly for 2.5 hours in the morning, offering a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in dance is required.
• Experience teaching or caring for children aged 3–6.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Ability to create a joyful, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

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 to incorporate dance into classroom routines.
• Prepare children for performances.

Skills

Dance proficiency

Child engagement

Communication

Classroom management

Job description

Children's Land is seeking an enthusiastic and talented Dance Teacher teaching dance to toddler aged children and staging children's performances. The hours are September through May, twice a week, 2.5 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.