Gymnastics Coach

The Newman Dance Center; Maryland; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development

Dancer mentorship

Positive studio culture

Job summary

The Newman Dance Center is seeking an enthusiastic Acro Dance Instructor to join our competitive and recreational programs. You will teach acro classes for dancers of various ages, develop safe progressions, and help students perform with confidence.

We value a positive, collaborative teaching environment, professional growth, and the chance to work with dedicated dancers. Certification in Acrobatic Arts is preferred, with support to earn national certification through the studio.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching acro, gymnastics, tumbling, dance, cheer, or related movement.
• Strong understanding of progressions, conditioning, flexibility, injury prevention.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• Passion for mentoring young dancers and creating an inclusive learning environment.
• Ability to work with both recreational and competitive students.

Responsibilities

• Teach acro classes for recreational and competitive dancers of various ages and skill levels.
• Develop engaging lesson plans that promote safe and progressive skill development.
• Prepare competitive dancers for performances, recitals, and competitions.
• Foster a positive, encouraging classroom environment that emphasizes technique, discipline, and confidence.
• Collaborate with our faculty to support students' overall artistic growth.
• Communicate professionally with staff, students, and families.

Skills

Acro dance teaching

Communication

Classroom management

Mentoring

Recreational & competitive

Education

Acrobatic Arts Certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Acro Dance Instructor (Competitive & Recreational Programs)

We are seeking an enthusiastic, energetic, and passionateAcro Dance Instructorto join our thriving competitive and recreational dance program. If you love working with dancers of all ages, inspiring confidence, and helping students safely develop strength, flexibility, and acrobatic skills, we'd love to meet you!

Our studio is committed to providing high-quality dance education in a positive, supportive environment where students are encouraged to grow both as dancers and as individuals.

Responsibilities

• Teach acro classes for recreational and competitive dancers of various ages and skill levels.
• Develop engaging lesson plans that promote safe and progressive skill development.
• Prepare competitive dancers for performances, recitals, and competitions.
• Foster a positive, encouraging classroom environment that emphasizes technique, discipline, and confidence.
• Collaborate with our faculty to support students' overall artistic growth.
• Communicate professionally with staff, students, and families.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching acro, gymnastics, tumbling, dance, cheer, or a related movement discipline.
• Strong understanding of proper progressions, conditioning, flexibility, and injury prevention.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• Passion for mentoring young dancers and creating an inclusive learning environment.
• Ability to work with both recreational and competitive students.

Acrobatic Arts or other acro certification is preferred, but not required.We are happy to invest in the right candidate by providing the opportunity to earn a nationally recognized acro certification through our studio.

What We Offer

• A welcoming, collaborative, and supportive teaching environment.
• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Professional development opportunities, including national acro certification for qualified candidates.
• The opportunity to work with dedicated recreational and competitive dancers.
• A positive studio culture that values creativity, teamwork, and excellence.

If you are passionate about helping dancers build confidence, strength, and exceptional acro technique, we'd love to hear from you!

Work Location: In person

Company Description

We are family owned and operated dance studio with a focus on creating a space filled with creativity, love, and respect. We work hard to find people who share this vision and work to get the best out of their students each and every day.