Part-Time After-School Dance Instructor

Concorde Education; Camden (NJ); Hybrid; USD 56,826 - 80,934; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational organization is seeking passionate instructors to lead engaging after-school dance classes for students. In this flexible, part-time role, you will teach various dance styles, including hip-hop, jazz, and contemporary, while helping students develop confidence and teamwork skills. Qualified candidates should have completed a minimum of 60 college credits and possess experience in dance instruction. This role offers $50+ per instructional hour, and classes typically meet once per week.

Qualifications

• Experience with dance instruction, choreography, or performance.
• Experience working with youth in educational settings.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging after-school dance sessions for students.
• Teach choreography and movement techniques through structured activities.
• Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment.

Skills

Dance instruction

Communication skills

Group facilitation

Creativity

Education

Minimum 60 college credits completed

Job description

Overview

Location: Local partner schools

Schedule: 1–4 hours per week (after school)

Program Length: Typically 10 weeks

Start Dates: Programs launch throughout the school year

Compensation: $50+ per instructional hour, flexible based on assignment and instructor experience

Concorde Education partners with schools to provide high-quality after-school programs led by passionate instructors. In this role, you will lead structured, hands-on sessions that help students develop rhythm, coordination, confidence, and creative expression through dance. Lead fun, energetic dance sessions for students in a flexible, part-time role. Classes typically meet once per week for about one hour, though some instructors choose to teach multiple programs per week depending on their availability. Concorde Education is hiring engaging instructors to lead enrichment classes that help students build confidence, teamwork, and performance skills through movement and choreography. Instructors lead structured enrichment lessons using weekly plans while adapting activities to the needs and interests of the students.

Possible Class Topics

• Hip-hop, jazz, contemporary, or cultural dance styles
• Rhythm, musicality, and movement coordination
• Basic dance technique and foundational steps
• Choreography and group dance routines
• Creative movement and improvisation
• Dance performance skills and stage presence
• Preparing short routines for demonstrations or school events

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging after-school dance sessions for students
• Teach choreography and movement techniques through structured activities
• Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment
• Encourage creativity, confidence, and teamwork
• Coordinate with school staff and Concorde program contacts

Qualifications

• Minimum 60 college credits completed
• Experience with dance instruction, choreography, or performance
• Experience working with youth (schools, studios, camps, or after-school programs)
• Strong communication and group facilitation skills
• Reliable, punctual, and professional

Who This Role Is Great For

• Current or former teachers and educators
• Dance students or performers studying dance or performing arts
• Dance instructors or choreographers who enjoy teaching youth
• Fitness or movement instructors with dance experience
• Camp counselors, youth leaders, and activity instructors