Lead Ballet Teacher: Early Childhood (Part-Time, Growth)

Cleveland Theater Alliance; Fairlawn (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Collaborative culture

Growth opportunities within network

Job summary

Tutu School Akron is seeking a Lead Ballet Teacher for students ages 6 months to 8 years. This boutique studio blends classical ballet with storytelling, imagination, and play, with a part-time, year-round schedule (about 2 days a week, 3 hours each).

The role is based at 2747 Crawfis Boulevard, Suite 101, Fairlawn, OH 44333, as of August 2026. You will plan and lead classes for babies through early primary, teach within our curriculum, and build lasting relationships with families.

Qualifications

• Strong ballet background (5+ years of training preferred).
• Experience teaching or working with young children (3+ years ideally).
• Musical theatre and/or early childhood education background a plus.
• Comfort leading groups and managing a classroom.
• Interest in lesson planning within a curriculum framework.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging ballet classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and early primary students.
• Teach original activities within Tutu School's thoughtfully designed curriculum.
• Create a joyful, well-managed classroom environment.
• Build warm relationships with students and families.
• Support studio operations including opening/closing and retail checkout.
• Participate in recitals, events, and occasional subbing.

Skills

Ballet background

Teaching young children

Musical theatre background

classroom management

Lesson planning

Job description

Tutu School Akron is seeking a Lead Ballet Teacher for students ages 6 months to 8 years. This boutique studio blends classical ballet with storytelling, imagination, and play, with a part-time, year-round schedule (about 2 days a week, 3 hours each).

The role is based at 2747 Crawfis Boulevard, Suite 101, Fairlawn, OH 44333, as of August 2026. You will plan and lead classes for babies through early primary, teach within our curriculum, and build lasting relationships with families.