SoCa Arts is looking for a fun, outgoing dance instructors to teach blocks of classes in Lake Forest and/or Irvine to join our amazing team of instructors. We are lucky to have most instructors stay for several years some even over 8 years. Training would start in early to mid-August with classes starting end Aug/early Sept throughout fall leading into our holiday show in December.
Job to start August, part-time paid training with trainer, then classes start late August early September. *Please be sure this schedule works for you to start block of classes 1st week of September before applying. We break end of December then return mid-January each year. Email [email protected] if questions on dates.
Must have for consideration:
- experience in genres of dance for several years
- Local to Orange County or within close proximity with own reliable transportation
- For Lake Forest &/or Irvine location availability on Saturday mornings and/or Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. on.
Highlights of company/culture:
- located in 31 cities with 20 years of experience
- 30 employees. Average tenure is 4-6 years with SoCa!
- Alumni get togethers & events
- Fun, team-oriented culture with independent working environment
- flexible hours with school or work schedule each semester/quarter if student
- Comprehensive training with trainer
- Lesson plans, materials, etc. provided if needed/preferred, but welcome instructors to bring own talent, personality and style to their classes
- Opportunity for additional work if desired for sub dates, performance events, and summer camps.
Want to see what our current and former instructors have to say about working here? Click here to see!: https://www.socaarts.com/instructor-application/
Classes are blocked in 3-5 classes back to back at these locations. Recitals in December & May each year.
*See website www.socaarts.com for photos, schedules, instructor bios!
Per class base pay listed in post (not per hour but per 45 minute class w/5 min. in between block of 3-4 classes). Additional pay for choreography, recital work & bonuses for summer camps in addition to pay.
Ideal candidate will have:
-Must be 18 years of age or older
-experience with dance (jazz, ballet, hip hop) - intermediate level.
-experience with teaching children or working with children ages 3-12 (or some ages in between)
-Upbeat, outgoing and fun personality *most important!!
-Ability to work independently
-Extremely responsible and organized
-Excellent communication skills with students and adults
-must have own transportation
-values integrity in their company and work
-professional, engaging & thrives working in team atmosphere
Ideally dance instructor will remain with company for long term with opportunities to teach more blocks and/or camps in future but not required. Hiatus for study abroad jobs in arts welcomed with notice.
Responsibilities
- Implement engaging dance curriculum for students at beginner level. Progression plans given to instructors
- Manage classroom dynamics effectively, ensuring a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Utilize strong communication skills to interact with students, parents, and staff members.
- Incorporate creative elements such as music, costumes, and props to enhance dance lessons.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $26.00 - $31.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Experience:
- dance: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
