Passionate Dance Instructor

River Oaks Dance; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in dance education is seeking a passionate and dedicated Dance Instructor to join their vibrant team. This part-time role offers a unique opportunity to inspire young dancers and contribute to a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive dance training and teaching experience, along with a commitment to fostering an inclusive atmosphere. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children through dance, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join a community that values creativity, support, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of dance training required.
• Experience in teaching various dance styles essential.

Responsibilities

• Implement curriculum and ensure student progress.
• Attend staff meetings and events regularly.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in the studio.

Skills

Dance Training

Teaching Experience

Ballet

Jazz

Hip Hop

Modern Dance

Education

Degree in Dance

College Credits in Dance

Job description

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Base pay range

$45.00/hr - $55.00/hr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

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Founder of River Oaks Dance | Woman-Owned, Woman-Led | Empowering Dancers & Leaders

We’re growing—and that means more room to dance, dream, and deliver the high-energy, kid-focused experience River Oaks Dance is known for.

As we prepare to open doors to oursecond location, we’re looking for adynamic and dedicated Dance Instructorwho’s ready to bring the same passion, positivity, and professionalism that define our studio’s incredible culture.

This might be the role for you if:

• You LOVE children and want to pass on your passion for dance
• You like to occasionally get your hands dirty and help keep our studio in tip-top shape
• You are excited and willing to learn new ideas and teaching methods
• You can embrace and promote our mission
• You delight in the successes of others
• You can work in a fast-paced and noisy workplace
• You are a go-getter, self-starter
• You are comfortable learning and implementing new ways of teaching
• You can commit to preparing for classes, providing learning tools, and adapting to different learning styles to promote an inclusive learning environment
• You want a pivotal role in an organization and making a positive impact on children and youth
• You are fun and friendly and like pitching in to help with activities and performances

This is not the role for you if:

• You’re looking for short-term, something quick and easy, we’re looking for someone to stay with us for the long haul to see the results of the work being implemented
• You don’t like being stretched out of your comfort zone
• You are a procrastinator and make excuses for not getting work done
• You only want to work with advanced or competition dancers
• You do not like to follow a set curriculum for your classes
• You don’t have the time to prep for classes at home, attend staff meetings, or trainings outside of regularly scheduled classes, or arrive early before class
• You prefer to shout or use harsh techniques when teaching

Qualifications

The candidate must:

• have at least five years of dance training
• possess dance teaching experience, a degree in dance, college credits in dance, and/or extensive training in dance including ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop or modern dance styles
• have a polished and professional appearance
• our studio presents our students for ABT exams. Therefore, any instructor hired for our leveled classes must be a certified instructor in the ABT NTC.

Responsibilities

• Implement a curriculum (syllabus, music, class structure) provided by the studio
• Progress students in every class
• Attend staff meetings, events and performances
• Responsible for the safety of the school assets (human, financial, and physical) and dancers entrusted in your care (watching who is picking up children, ensuring children don't leave without an adult or go into parking lot alone)
• Take correct student attendance
• Clean studio after classes
• Report all incidents, accidents, and concerns arising during classes or performances to the Director.

This isn’t just another teaching gig—it’s a chance to become part of something meaningful and make a lasting impact in a community where we love what we do, have fun, support each other, and never stop learning.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

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