Hip Hop Dance Instructor

Dancenj; Verona (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Dancenj is seeking a Hip Hop Instructor for HeART in Motion dance studio to teach youth and adult classes during the school year.

Hours on Thursdays include 4:15-7:15pm (three youth classes, 60 mins each) and 8-9pm for an adult class, with an option to teach youth summer intensives. Classes start September 14, 2026 and run through June 12, 2027, with training opportunities and the possibility to teach private lessons.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of authentic Hip Hop vernacular.
• Comfortable teaching students from 2nd to 12th grade and adults.

Responsibilities

• Manage classes of up to 18 children (an assistant may be provided for larger classes).
• Teach Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Hip Hop students.
• Choreograph level-appropriate combinations and recital dances.

Skills

Hip Hop vernacular knowledge

Teaching youth & adults

Job description

Seeking a Hip Hop Instructor for HeART in Motion dance studio to teach youth and adult classes during the school year.

Compensation:

• $35-$40/hour for Teaching (teaching rate negotiable based on experience)
• $20/hour for Office Work (staff meetings, recital days, check-ins throughout the year as needed)

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of authentic Hip Hop vernacular
• Comfortable teaching students 2nd-12th Grade and Adults

Additional Qualities:

• Prior teaching experience a plus
• Professional Hip Hop dance experience is a plus

Responsibilities:

• Manage classes of up to 18 children (an assistant may be provided for larger classes)
• Teach Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Hip Hop students
• Choreograph level-appropriate combinations and recital dances

Hours:

Thursdays:

• 4:15-7:15pm (3 Youth classes, 60 mins each)
• 8-9pm (Adult Hip Hop class)
• Option to teach some classes in our Youth Program summer intensives (schedule varies)

Start Date:

Classes start September 14th, 2026 (through June 12th, 2027) for our Youth Program. Option to pause Adult class over the summer, or continue it year-round.

Earlier start date encouraged for training.

Welcome to start earlier to teach private lessons and/or familiarize yourself with the studio and staff.