LEAD STUDIO INSTRUCTOR

Miss Fit Academy; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Miss Fit Academy seeks a Lead Studio Instructor to oversee on-site studio operations, run group lessons, and mentor instructors in Nashville. This contract (1099) role blends teaching with leadership and administrative duties, ensuring high-quality classes and a welcoming atmosphere.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, confident, and passionate about dance and leadership, with strong communication and scheduling skills. One evening per week and some Saturdays may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a studio or team and coordinating instructors.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task, schedule, and manage classes and staff.

Responsibilities

• Serve as on-site lead for instructors and manage staffing levels.
• Coordinate instructor onboarding, training, and development.
• Maintain class schedules, curriculum and brand standards.
• Support studio operations, guest experience, and events.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Time management

Communication

Multitasking

Dance teaching experience

Customer service

Staff coordination

Problem solving

Adaptability

Tools

Mindbody

Microsoft Office

Gmail/Google Workspace

iPhone navigation

Job description

LEAD STUDIO INSTRUCTOR

WE ARE CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION

HOURS FOR THIS POSITION:

Part-Time (Approximately 2-3 days per week, 15-25 hours)

The Lead Studio Instructor is a key position at Miss Fit Academy, combining dance instruction, instructor leadership, studio operations, and customer experience. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys equal parts teaching, mentoring, organizing, and ensuring every guest has an unforgettable experience.

As the on-site leader during your shifts, you'll help keep the studio operating efficiently while maintaining the high standards Miss Fit Academy is known for. You'll oversee instructor coordination, support daily operations, and ensure classes and group lessons run smoothly from start to finish.

Beyond teaching, you'll serve as the primary resource for our instructor team – helping maintain consistent teaching quality, supporting instructor development, ensuring adequate staffing, and fostering a positive, professional culture. You'll also play an important role in preparing clients before they arrive, resolving day‑of challenges, and creating an energetic, welcoming atmosphere that leaves guests excited to return.

We're looking for someone who is highly organized, confident, dependable, and passionate about both dance and leadership. The ideal candidate thrives in a variable environment, takes initiative, communicates exceptionally well, and enjoys balancing administrative responsibilities with being in front of a class.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary point of contact and on-site leader for instructors.
• Build strong relationships with instructors while promoting a supportive, professional team culture.
• Ensure all group lessons are appropriately staffed by assigning instructors and proactively recruiting qualified talent when coverage gaps arise.
• Review upcoming schedules to identify staffing needs well in advance.
• Track instructor substitutions, lesson assignments, and compensation.
• Monitor teaching quality, curriculum consistency, choreography, professionalism, and safety standards.
• Ensure instructors represent the Miss Fit Academy brand and uphold company policies and contractual expectations.
• Organize instructor onboarding, training, documentation, and ongoing development.
• Maintain and update class curricula as programs evolve.
• Address instructor questions, coaching opportunities, and performance concerns professionally.
• Step in to teach group lessons when needed.
• Help cultivate a positive, motivating, and inclusive learning environment for both instructors and students.

Studio Operations & Guest Experience

• Open, prepare, and close the studio while ensuring facilities and equipment are ready for daily operations.
• Welcome guests, answer phones and emails, check clients in, and provide outstanding customer service.
• Prepare clients for their lessons by ensuring they receive all necessary information prior to arrival.
• Keep classes, instructors, and events running on schedule throughout the day.
• Manage reservations, process payments, and assist customers with retail purchases.
• Maintain accurate customer records and communicate with prospective and existing clients as needed.
• Perform light cleaning, studio organization, and general facility upkeep.
• Assist with capturing photos and videos for social media and marketing.
• Contribute creative ideas for retail merchandise, apparel, and studio promotions.
• Support company initiatives and perform additional operational tasks as needed.

Dance Instruction

• Confidently teach multiple dance styles or demonstrate a willingness to expand your teaching repertoire.
• Create a fun, encouraging, and inclusive environment where every participant feels welcomed and successful.
• Maintain exceptional instructional quality while prioritizing student safety.
• Help guests capture memorable moments through photos and videos during their experience.

Qualifications

Required

• Dance teaching experience with the ability and desire to learn additional styles.
• Familiarity with Nashville's dance community.
• Strong leadership, organization, and time management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and remain calm under pressure.
• Comfortable making independent decisions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to confidently manage multiple groups, instructors, and priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency with iPhone, Windows, Microsoft Office, Gmail, Google Workspace, typing and general computer applications.
• Comfortable learning Mindbody software.
• Strong grammar, spelling, and professional communication skills.
• Creative problem-solving abilities and a proactive mindset.
• Comfortable working 1 evening each week, occasional Saturdays (during day), and in varying temperatures.
• Currently live in Nashville and plan on being here at least 1-2 years

Preferred

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience coordinating events or managing studio operations.
• Background in customer service, hospitality, or entertainment.

Schedule

Approximately 15 - 25 hours per week (about 2-3 days).

Must be available for at least one evening shift each week.

Additional availability may be required during showcases, special events, and busy weekends.

Instructors are typically scheduled to teach in 2-4 hour segments.

Ideally, instructors are available to teach 1-2 days a month during the days/times listed below.

We are happy to offer more hours if interested.

Fridays, between 10 AM and 6 PM

Saturdays, between 10 AM and 4 PM

MFA contract information

MFA is seeking motivated, enthusiastic individuals to teach adult dance classes on weekends. Classes involve chair dancing, booty shaking and pole dancing (training available for pole dance). This is a contract (1099) job. You set your days and hours! Individuals selected for this opportunity must attend and complete a handful of dance classes.

Who You Are

• Reliable, punctual, trustworthy and completely dedicated
• Confident and love entertaining others
• Friendly, outgoing, and patient with a positive attitude
• Passionate about dance and fitness
• Friendly appearance and comfortable with your body
• Encouraging and able to make people feel at ease
• You have a high regard for safety

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