Description:
Love working with kids? Looking for a flexible part-time role where you can make a real impact while building your teaching and leadership skills? Join a passionate, supportive team and spend your days bringing energy, creativity, and confidence to children across the Richmond, VA area!
The Starz Program is a nationally recognized children’s fitness enrichment program that has served the Richmond community for over 10 years. Our mission is to help kids build confidence, resilience, and a love of movement through fun, engaging classes.
In this role you will teach a variety of classes to students (ages 2-12) on-site at preschools, elementary schools and country clubs in the west end of Richmond. We are currently looking for former or current ballet dancers, cheerleaders, gymnasts, and/or athletes with teaching experience. Many of our instructors grow with us into expanded roles in program leadership, marketing, communications, curriculum, and training.
Core Responsibilities:
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Lead fun, structured classes for 5–15 students at a time
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You’ll follow our curriculum while bringing your own creativity and personality to each class
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Set up and clean up equipment
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Create a positive, safe, and energetic learning environment
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Communicate with parents, school staff, and the Starz team
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Stay organized and prepared using provided lesson plans
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Attend monthly meetings and trainings
What we look for in a Starz Instructor:
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Responsible – arrives 15 minutes early to each class, can independently manage a 45-60-minute class of up to 15 students, without support of a co-teacher.
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Professional – neat in appearance, friendly and courteous with partner site staff.
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Enthusiastic – MUST enjoy teaching and working with young children, be able to confidently connect with children primarily ages 2-12.
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Fun – enjoys having FUN with young children, being goofy, using your imagination, and watching children smile all while managing and teaching an effective class.
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Reliable transportation – must have reliable transportation to and from partner sites and a valid driver’s license.
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Organization- Instructors are given a weekly lesson plan and curriculum to follow but will need time to prepare for classes outside of the classroom.
Schedule & Commitment:
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Teach 2-8 hours per week
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Select the classes you want to teach each season; design your own schedule
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Classes operate Monday-Friday between 9am-5pm
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We’re looking for team members interested in growing with us for multiple seasons
Season Dates:
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Fall: mid-September – mid-December
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Winter: mid-January – mid-March
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Spring: mid-March – mid-May
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Optional Summer Camps: June – August (half-day or full-day)
Popular Classes:
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Dance (ballet, hip-hop)
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Cheerleading
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Sports (soccer, basketball, kickball, tennis, pickleball, fitness, and more)
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Creative Movement
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Gymnastics
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Fitness
Requirements:
- 18+ with a high school diploma or GED
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Reliable car to drive to local schools and valid driver’s license
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Experience teaching children
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Available to teach at least 2 or more classes per week
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Able to work on-site at schools in the Richmond area
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Strong communication and classroom management skills
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Able to pass background check and school screening requirements
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Able to lift up to 20 lbs and actively lead movement-based classes without limitation
Why You’ll Love Working With Starz
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Design a flexible schedule that fits around your schools, family, personal commitments, or other work
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Enjoy short, meaningful shifts—most instructors teach just 2–6 hours per week
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Make a real impact in children’s lives without the demands of a full-time classroom
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Competitive, reliable pay: $25 per hour
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$100 paid training stipend to support a smooth and confident start
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Join a supportive, encouraging team that values your experience and provides professional development and ongoing guidance
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Opportunities to contribute beyond teaching, including mentorship, curriculum input, or program support
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Performance & referral bonuses that recognize your contributions
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Regular team gatherings to connect, recharge, and have fun together
Position Details:
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Job Type: Part-time (W-2 employee)
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Pay: $25 per hour
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Hours: 2–8 per week
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Pay Schedule: Direct deposit every other Friday
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Location: In-person at partner schools and clubs throughout Richmond area
