AFTERSCHOOL DANCE SPECIALTY INSTRUCTOR
About The Position
Artportunity Knocks is seeking an energetic and passionate Dance Instructor to lead engaging after school dance programming for students in grades K through 8. This role focuses on developing students’ technical skills, creativity, confidence, and performance ability through structured dance instruction. The ideal candidate brings strong dance experience, classroom management skills, and a commitment to youth development. This role includes choreography, skill building, and preparing students for showcases or performances while creating a safe and inspiring learning environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Demonstrated dance experience and ability to teach youth dance instruction
- Experience working with children in an educational, recreational, or arts setting
- Strong classroom management and communication skills
- Ability to pass a background check
- Ability to maintain general mobility including standing, moving, demonstrating dance techniques, and light lifting
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Dance, Performing Arts, Education, or related field
- Choreography or performance experience
- First Aid and Child and Adult CPR Certification
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Responsibilities
- Teach dance fundamentals including rhythm, coordination, technique, and movement expression
- Introduce students to various dance styles such as hip hop, contemporary, jazz, cultural dance, creative movement, or related forms
- Develop structured lesson plans aligned with student skill levels and program goals
- Create choreography and guide students toward performance readiness
- Foster confidence, discipline, teamwork, and artistic expression
- Encourage student participation, creativity, and positive collaboration
- Identify teachable moments that support both skill development and personal growth
- Support student preparation for showcases, presentations, or community performances
- Maintain a structured, respectful, and safe dance environment
- Ensure students are supervised at all times
- Model professionalism, respect, sportsmanship, and teamwork
- Follow organizational safety guidelines and behavior management practices
- Work collaboratively with program staff, site leaders, and families
- Participate in program planning, events, and showcases when applicable
- Contribute ideas that enhance the dance program and student experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
