Contemporary & Jazz Dance Instructor
Duvall Performing Arts | Greater Seattle Area
Compensation: $25–$50/hour (depending on experience) Additional Benefit: Stipend for toll fee for crossing the SR-520 Bridge
Join a Studio Where Creativity, Community, and Performance Come Together
Duvall Performing Arts is a thriving and growing dance program serving families throughout the Greater Seattle area. Nestled in the beautiful Snoqualmie Valley, we are passionate about providing exceptional dance education in a positive, supportive, and inspiring environment where dancers can thrive both technically and artistically.
Our students train hard, perform often, and build lasting confidence through the arts. In addition to our regular classes, we produce exciting annual stage productions, community performances, and festival opportunities that give dancers meaningful performance experiences throughout the year.
We believe dance should be challenging, rewarding, and fun. We're looking for instructors who share that philosophy and who are excited about helping young dancers discover their potential while contributing to a vibrant and collaborative studio culture.
Position Overview
Duvall Performing Arts is seeking an experienced and energetic Contemporary & Jazz Dance Instructor to join our teaching faculty.
This position will primarily focus on teaching beginning through intermediate-level contemporary and jazz classes, developing strong technique, musicality, performance quality, and artistic expression in young dancers.
Qualified instructors will also have opportunities to create and set choreography for our Performance Division dancers, preparing pieces for festivals, showcases, community events, and other performance opportunities throughout the season.
We are seeking serious applicants only who are committed to excellence in dance education, professionalism, and inspiring the next generation of performers.
Responsibilities
- Teach contemporary and jazz dance classes for beginning through intermediate-level dancers.
- Create engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans that foster technical growth and artistic development.
- Cultivate a positive, inclusive, and encouraging classroom environment.
- Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to students.
- Choreograph routines for performances and studio events.
- Create and set choreography for our Performance Division dancers.
- Collaborate with fellow faculty members and studio leadership.
- Participate in rehearsals, performances, annual productions, and studio events as needed.
- Serve as a positive role model and ambassador for Duvall Performing Arts.
Qualifications
Required:
- Minimum 5+ years of dance teaching experience.
- Strong training and proficiency in both contemporary and jazz dance.
- Experience teaching dancers of varying ages and ability levels.
- Strong classroom management and communication skills.
- Professional, reliable, organized, and punctual.
- Passion for dance education and student development.
Preferred:
- Experience choreographing for performances, festivals, competitions, or showcases.
- Experience working with pre-professional or performance-focused dancers.
- Ability to contribute creatively to annual productions and special events.
Compensation & Benefits
- $25–$50 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Flexible part-time schedule.
- Opportunities for additional choreography and rehearsal compensation.
- SR-520 bridge toll reimbursement for instructors commuting across the bridge.
- Supportive and collaborative teaching environment.
- Opportunities to contribute creatively to annual productions and Performance Division projects.
Application Requirements
Serious applicants only.
To be considered, please submit:
- Current resume
- Brief cover letter outlining your teaching philosophy and dance background
- Video sample(s) of your teaching
- Professional references
- Optional choreography reel or performance footage
Why Duvall Performing Arts?
If you love teaching, creating, and inspiring young dancers, you'll find a home at Duvall Performing Arts. Our faculty enjoys the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students while being part of a welcoming and growing arts community. From weekly classes to annual productions and Performance Division projects, you'll have the chance to help dancers build confidence, artistry, and lifelong memories through the joy of dance.
Duvall Performing Arts - Dream, Perform, Achieve
Pay: $25.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
- Travel reimbursement
Work Location: In person
