What are the responsibilities and job description for the Saturday morning Dance Instructor position at Dance Express?
Saturday Morning Dance Instructor – Starting January
Location: Dance Express, Taylor Mill, KY
Job Type: Part-Time
About Us:
Dance Express is a family-oriented dance studio serving the Northern Kentucky area. Our mission is to provide quality, affordable dance instruction while nurturing creativity, confidence, and a passion for dance in every student. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where students feel like part of a family. This legacy and community are at the heart of everything we do, and we aim to continue building it for generations to come.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and reliable Saturday morning dance instructor to join our team starting in January. This role involves teaching tap, ballet, and jazz classes to children ages 3–10, with a focus on creating a fun, nurturing environment while introducing fundamental dance skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach engaging and age-appropriate dance classes for children ages 3–10.
- Choreograph routines for the spring recital.
- Manage classroom dynamics, addressing behaviors with patience and creativity.
- Foster a welcoming environment for new students and families.
- Incorporate child development principles into teaching methods.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years teaching young children dance in styles including Tap, Ballet, and Jazz.
- Reliability: Arrives early, prepared, and organized for every class.
- Professionalism: Maintains a neat appearance, is courteous and respectful, and represents Dance Express positively.
- Enthusiasm: Genuine love for teaching young children and ability to connect with students ages 3–10.
- Interpersonal Skills: Strong communicator with parents, students, and colleagues.
- Creativity and Patience: Ability to adapt lessons to suit a variety of learning styles and handle unexpected situations with a positive attitude.
Requirements:
- Background in dance and teaching young children (required).
- Strong classroom management skills.
- Self-motivation and a collaborative spirit.
Schedule:
- Saturday mornings
How to Apply:
If you’re excited about sharing your love of dance with young students in a supportive, family-oriented environment, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your dance teaching experience to danceexpress@fuse.net. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Join us in shaping the next generation of confident, passionate dancers. We look forward to welcoming you to the Dance Express family!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Taylor Mill, KY 41015 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18