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 Washington, DC area!
The Starz Program is a nationally recognized children’s fitness enrichment program that has served communities across the country for over 20 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 schools and country clubs near Arlington, VA or Bethesda, MD. This role is perfect for former or current dancers, cheerleaders, gymnasts, and/or athletes with formal teaching or coaching experience. Many of our instructors grow with us into expanded roles in marketing, curriculum, training, and program leadership.
Core Responsibilities:
- Lead fun, structured classes for 5–15 students at a time
- You’ll follow our curriculum while bringing your own creativity and personality to each class
- Set up and clean up equipment
- Create a positive, safe, and energetic learning environment
- Communicate with parents, school staff, and the Starz team
- Stay organized and prepared using provided lesson plans
- Attend monthly meetings and trainings
What we look for in a Starz Instructor:
- 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.
- Professional – neat in appearance, friendly and courteous with partner site staff.
- Enthusiastic – MUST enjoy teaching and working with young children, be able to confidently connect with children primarily ages 2-12.
- Fun – enjoys having FUN with young children, being goofy, using your imagination, and watching children smile all while managing and teaching an effective class.
- Reliable transportation – must have reliable transportation to and from partner sites and a valid driver’s license.
- 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:
- Teach 2-8 hours per week
- Select the classes you want to teach each season; design your own schedule
- Classes operate Monday-Friday between 9am-5pm
- We’re looking for team members interested in growing with us for multiple seasons
Season Dates:
- Fall: mid-September – mid-December
- Winter: mid-January – mid-March
- Spring: mid-March – mid-May
- Optional Summer Camps: June – August (half-day or full-day)
Popular Classes:
- Dance (ballet, hip-hop)
- Cheerleading
- Sports (soccer, basketball, kickball, tennis, pickleball, fitness, and more)
- Creative Movement
- Gymnastics
Requirements
- 18+ with a high school diploma or GED
- Must have a reliable car to drive to local schools and valid driver’s license
- Experience working with children in a formal/structured environment (coaching, camps, teaching)
- Comfortable teaching different types of classes at a preschool and/or elementary-school level
- Available to teach at least 2 or more classes per week, per the schedule outlined above
- Able to work on-site at schools in the Arlington, VA or Bethesda, MD area
- Strong communication and classroom management skills
- Able to pass background check and school screening requirements
- Able to lift up to 20 lbs and actively lead movement-based classes without limitation
Why You’ll Love Working With Starz
- Design a flexible schedule that fits around your schools, family, personal commitments, or other work
- Enjoy short, meaningful shifts—most instructors teach just 2–6 hours per week
- Make a real impact in children’s lives without the demands of a full-time classroom
- Competitive, reliable pay: $25 per hour (typically $100–$150/week)
- $100 paid training stipend to support a smooth and confident start
- Join a supportive, encouraging team that values your experience and provides professional development and ongoing guidance
- Opportunities to contribute beyond teaching, including mentorship, curriculum input, or program support
- Performance & referral bonuses that recognize your contributions
- Regular team gatherings to connect, recharge, and have fun together
Position Details:
- Job Type: Part-time (W-2 employee)
- Pay: $25 per hour ($100–$150/week typical)
- Hours: 2–6 per week
- Pay Schedule: Direct deposit every other Friday
- Location: In-person at partner schools and clubs throughout the Greater Washington DC area
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Please explain your relevant experience teaching dance, cheerleading, and/or sports to children.
- Do you have a reliable car to teach classes on-site at different schools in your area?
- What days/times are you available to teach in the Fall 2026 (Sept-Dec)?
- Are you located within a 20 min drive of the 22201 zip code?
Work Location: In person
