Dance Team Coach for Competition Studio in NYC

Cora Dance; New York (NY); On-site; USD 61,992 - 75,768; Part time

Job summary

A competitive dance studio in New York City is looking for an experienced Dance Team Coach for the 2026-27 season. The role will involve coaching students aged 6-18 in Hip Hop and Sassy Jazz, with a commitment from September to May. Applicants must be hardworking and reliable, capable of leading elite dance teams. The position offers a chance for personal growth and the opportunity to work with a successful and renowned dance company.

Qualifications

• Experience as a head dance coach for competitive teams.
• Proficiency in Hip Hop and Sassy Jazz dance styles.
• Full season commitment from September 2026 to May 2027.

Responsibilities

• Lead competitive dance teams in training and performances.
• Teach Hip Hop, Sassy Jazz, and Dance-team choreography.
• Conduct a trial class as part of the interview process.

Skills

Dance Team Coaching

Hip Hop Instruction

Sassy Jazz Instruction

Team Leadership

Reliability

Job description

Dance Team Coach for Competition Studio in NYC

Company: SSDC
Location: New York City, NY
Compensation: 45.00 - 55.00 per hour starting. Room for Growth

Overview

Seeking hard-working, loyal, energetic, experienced head dance coach for COMPETITIVE dance teams on the Upper East Side / West Side for the 2026-27 season. Specifically looking for a DANCE TEAM, HIP HOP, and SASSY JAZZ instructor available starting Sept - May on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Season runs Sept-May with competitions at the end of the season. June and August summer dance Intensive M-W for new hires for the season.

Shooting Stars encourages students to find their voices, and develop lifelong friendships through performing arts. The company consists of talented dancers ages 6 – 18, all of whom auditioned to be in the company. The students of SSDC have won over 800 titles at some of the largest Dance Competitions in the Country; gone on to receive scholarships; and many continue to dance on elite college teams. The renowned dance company has been featured in W Magazine, AGT, HBO, TeenFOXNews, and performed for The Harlem Globetrotters, NY Knicks, Brooklyn Nets, and NY Jets. SSDC was the first ever children's dance company to open for the Rockettes at Radio City. Shooting Stars dancers are well-versed in all styles of dance including hip-hop, street jazz, lyrical, acro, musical theater, and contemporary.

What we are looking for

• Former or current Pro-Team or College Team dancer to work as head coach for some of our most elite teams.
• Hard-working, reliable, and passionate about educating students through dance.
• Full season commitment Sept 2026 - May 2027. June/August for new hires. Training soon. Must teach Hip Hop, Sassy Jazz, and Dance-team.

Trial period

Candidates will be asked to teach a brief trial class at our UES location as audition/interview (more info to be disclosed).

To apply

To apply: please send headshot, reel, Instagram, and resume to: