Top 31 Dance instructor Jobs in Arvada Co

Variable HCA Youth Dance Instructor
City of Lakewood, CO —Lakewood, CO
- $15.16 - $57.58 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Paid sick time
13d
Instructor, Dance
CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE —Wheat Ridge, CO
- $21.50 - $24.16 an hour
- Part-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
Dance Instructor
Tutu School Arvada —Arvada, CO
- From $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- In-person
- Visual & Performing Arts
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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7h
Ballet Teacher/Instructor
Elite Dance Academy —Broomfield, CO
- $25 - $50 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- High school
- Mid-level
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Afterschool Instructor with Creative Freedom – Sports, Cooking, Cheer & Dance | Contractor
DEN Afterschool Coaching —Denver, CO
- $40 - $50 an hour
- Contract
- Background check
- Classroom
- Military
- Flexible schedule
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12d
Dance Instructor I
Highlands Ranch Community Association —Highlands Ranch, CO
- $24 an hour
- Holidays
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
Part Time Creative Movement & Mind-Body Practice Instructor 2026 - 2027
ASPEN PREP ACADEMY —Greenwood Village, CO
- $32.93 - $49.32 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
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Dance Affiliate Instructor
Metropolitan State University of Denver —Denver, CO
- $1,233 - $1,512 a month
- Part-time
- Doctoral degree
- Mid-level
- University
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Preschool & PreK Dance Teacher (Early Childhood Specialist)
Elite Dance Academy —Broomfield, CO
- $20 - $50 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Preschool
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Preschool Dance, Fitness, and Music Teacher (Part-time) Arvada (AM hours)
Stretch-n-Grow of the Rockies —Arvada, CO
- $17 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Childcare
- CPR Certification
- Referral program
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14h
Dance Instructor - Ballroom & Latin (Denver & Lakewood)
Arthur Murray Dance Studio - Lakewood, Denver, and Castle Rock —Lakewood, CO
- From $19.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- No experience needed
- In-person
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Certified Group Fitness Instructor
Fly Dance Fitness Broomfield —Broomfield, CO
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Employee discount
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Dance Instructors
Tippi Toes - Lakewood —Boulder, CO
- $25 - $26 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Driver's License
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Children's Ballet Teacher
Tutu School Boulder —Boulder, CO
- $22 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Visual & Performing Arts
- Communication skills
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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Dance Educator / Instructor
The DAM Studios - Dance Art Media —Englewood, CO
- $25 - $42 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Preschool Movement Teacher (Early Childhood Focus)
Elite Dance Academy —Broomfield, CO
- $15 - $50 an hour
- Part-time
- Entry level
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Children's Ballet Instructor — Tutu School
Tutu School —Denver, CO
- $22 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- 401(k)
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10h
Children's Yoga Teacher
Mountain School of Music & Dance —Highlands Ranch, CO
- $40 - $50 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Reliable transportation
- Teaching
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
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Kids Performing Arts Instructor
Creative Dance Kids —Denver, CO
- $45 - $60 an hour
- Email
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Flexible schedule
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6d
Gymnast? Cheerleader? Dancer? Parkour Athlete?
The Little Gym of Cherry Creek —Denver, CO
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- High school
- Entry level
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
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Variable HCA Youth Dance Instructor

City of Lakewood, CO -
Lakewood, CO

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Job Details

Part-time
$15.16 - $57.58 an hour
13 days ago

Benefits

Paid sick time

Qualifications

Behavior management
Relationship building (classroom management strategies)
Youth programs teaching experience
Parent collaboration
Movement activities (creative arts teaching)
Parent communication
Classroom organization for children
Curriculum implementation
Child safety supervision
Working with students
Content development
Instructional adaptability
Safe environment creation
Dancing activities for children
Instructional materials development
Performing arts activities for children
Teaching experience with young children
Training
Classroom Teaching
Classroom community building
Working with youth
Specialization in creative arts instruction

Full Job Description

The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include: Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration. Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement. All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance.

HIRING RANGE: $20-$25/hour

JOB SUMMARY:
The Lakewood Cultural Center is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and dependable Youth Dance Instructor to teach Creative Movement, Mommy & Me, Pre-Ballet 1 and Pre-Ballet 2 beginning in Fall 2026.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical training in ballet and experience teaching young dancers at varying developmental stages. The successful candidate will be comfortable introducing foundational dance concepts in an age-appropriate, engaging and supportive manner, with an emphasis on proper technique, alignment, musicality, coordination and positive skill development.

Experience teaching tap and/or modern/contemporary dance is highly desirable.

We are looking for an instructor who is motivated, reliable, creative and engaging, and who can create a positive classroom environment where young dancers feel supported, encouraged and excited to learn. The instructor will be responsible for developing lesson plans, adapting instruction to meet the needs of individual students, maintaining a safe and organized classroom and contributing to a collaborative teaching team.

Fall classes are scheduled to begin September 10, 2026. We are seeking to fill this position as soon as possible; however, the start date may be adjusted for the right candidate.

The selection process will include a teaching audition and/or submission of a recent teaching video. Candidates may be asked to demonstrate age-appropriate instruction, classroom management and dance technique.

Position Benefits:

Paid planning time
Paid sick time
Opportunity to choreograph for performing group
Free recreation center membership
Free pass to Bear Creek Lake Park

About Community Resources:
Community Resources is committed to providing high-quality park, recreation, family and cultural services and facilities that inspire enjoyment, learning and wellness in the lives of those who live, work, and play in Lakewood. We value leadership, integrity, communication and connection, diversity and adaptability.

The City of Lakewood is currently recruiting variable employees for this position. A variable employee is an at-will employee who works in a seasonal or temporary capacity. Their work schedule is based on business need. This position would be a part-time, non-benefitted position.

MAJOR TASKS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This job description does not intend to list every function of the position.

Essential Job Functions:

Develop and deliver engaging, age-appropriate dance lessons that support program goals and student development.
Create lesson plans that incorporate appropriate dance technique, creative movement, musicality, coordination and age-appropriate skill development.
Instruct, encourage and support students in a positive environment that fosters self-expression, confidence, creativity and personal growth.
Provide instruction appropriate to students' developmental stages, abilities and previous dance experience.
Monitor student progress and adjust class content, pacing and instruction as needed.
Maintain a safe, inclusive and welcoming classroom environment.
Demonstrate strong classroom management skills and maintain appropriate boundaries with students.
Maintain awareness of student whereabouts and activities at all times to ensure safety.
Communicate professionally and effectively with students, parents, caregivers, coworkers and supervisors.
Record and maintain accurate attendance records.
Set up the studio prior to class and return the space to a clean, organized and safe condition following class.
Report and document injuries using required procedures and forms.
Promptly notify a supervisor of broken equipment, facility concerns or unsafe conditions.
Follow all City, Community Resources and Lakewood Cultural Center policies and procedures.

Important Functions:

Work collaboratively with other instructors and staff while supporting the overall goals of the dance program.
Take initiative in identifying opportunities to improve the student experience and contribute to the program.
Attend required staff meetings, training and planning meetings.
Participate in auditions, demonstrations, performances or special programming as assigned.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Organizational Relationships:

Supervision Received:

Receives supervision from the Cultural Programs Coordinator.

Essential Qualifications

Must be 21 years of age or older.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with children and youth.
Demonstrated experience teaching dance, movement or related arts programming.
Strong technical training and knowledge of ballet.
Experience teaching young children and/or youth at varying developmental stages.
Ability to develop and deliver engaging, inclusive and age-appropriate lesson plans.
Ability to manage groups of varying sizes, ages, abilities and skill levels.
Strong classroom management skills.
Ability to motivate, encourage and inspire students both individually and in groups.
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, students, parents and caregivers.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Awareness of classroom, studio and equipment safety practices.
Ability to reliably fulfill scheduled teaching assignments and required meetings.
Must successfully pass a background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience teaching Creative Movement, Pre-Ballet or parent/child dance classes.
Additional training or teaching experience in tap and/or modern/contemporary dance.
Experience working with early childhood populations.
Experience teaching in a studio, school, community arts or recreation setting.
Experience developing or adapting dance curriculum.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Dance, Dance Education, or a related field; or
A minimum of five years beyond high school as a dance instructor or teaching dance artist in a studio, school, community, or comparable setting.

Equivalent combinations of education, professional dance training, and relevant teaching experience may be considered.

Pay Range

$15.16-$57.58

Background and reference checks will be conducted for all regular and some variable/seasonal positions.

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