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Versatile Dance Instructor (Hip Hop, Contemporary, Jazz)
Groove Nation Performing Arts —Vancouver, WA
- $25 - $40 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
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Oregon Ballet Theatre (OBT) —Portland, OR
- $40 - $47 an hour
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- Background check
- School experience
- Computer literacy
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Oregon Ballet Theatre (OBT) —Portland, OR
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Oregon Ballet Theatre (OBT) —Portland, OR
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- Part-time
- Background check
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Oregon Ballet Theatre (OBT) —Portland, OR
- Extended hours
- Background check
- School experience
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Versatile Dance Instructor (Hip Hop, Contemporary, Jazz)

Groove Nation Performing Arts
Vancouver, WA

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Job Details

Part-time | Contract
$25 - $40 an hour

Benefits

Employee discount
Professional development assistance
Flexible schedule
Referral program

Qualifications

Dance instruction
Customer service
Curriculum development
Experience working with children
Dancing
Classroom Teaching
Student-centered approaches (student motivation techniques)
Choreography

Full Job Description

*** Shape the Future of Dance. Inspire the Next Generation of Leaders. ***

Now Hiring: Elite Dance Instructors & Choreographers in Hip Hop and Contemporary/Jazz

Do you have the heart of a mentor, the passion of an artist, and the skill of a professionanl?
At Groove Nation, we’re seeking exceptional instructors to help build confident, resilient, and skilled dancers—both on and off the stage.

WHO WE ARE

Groove Nation is more than a dance studio—it's a home for growth. We are a leadership-based training program that uses the discipline of dance to build character and leadership, excellence of training, and lifelong friendships.

We train across all styles like hip-hop, contemporary, ballet and fusion, with a strong presence in the competitive dance world but without losing the focus of the art of dance . But above all, our mission is to build people—through positivity, mentorship, and a culture that celebrates effort, growth, and integrity.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We’re searching for incredible humans first, exceptional instructors second. If you're passionate about teaching with heart, committed to growing dancers at every level, and thrive in a high-standard, joy-filled environment—we want you on our team.

Ideal candidates are:
✅ Humble and confident leader
✅ A choreographer / coach with a track record for success
✅ High-energy, joyful, and deeply student-centered
✅ Clear communicator and strong team players
✅ Consistent, reliable, and aligned with our values
✅ Able to teach both foundational and advanced levels

Whether you're choreographing for an elite competition team or uplifting a shy beginner, you bring excellence, kindness, and passion into every class you lead.

YOUR ROLE

As a Groove Nation faculty member, you'll do more than teach dance—you'll help shape lives. Your job will include:

Teaching & Coaching

Lead beginner through advanced classes with clarity, passion, and purpose
Coach competitive teams to achieve strong technique, performance quality, and stage confidence
Inspire disciplined practice through positive, uplifting mentorship

Choreography & Leadership

Create quality routines that challenge and elevate
Help each dancer feel seen, valued, and pushed to their highest potential
Work with fellow faculty to create a progressive, unified training experience

Culture & Classroom

Lead with professionalism, humility, and heart
Maintain a safe, encouraging space for growth
Support performances, events, and occasional substitute needs

WHAT WE VALUE

Experience:

4+ years teaching experience (your own classes) with documented results
8+ years of personal training in your core styles
Competitive coaching & choreography experience highly desired.
Strong hip-hop and contemporary skills and ability to teach them well

Qualities:

You’re consistent, reliable, and deeply professional
You teach with love, grit, and integrity
You can challenge high-level dancers while nurturing first-timers
You’re in it for the students—not the spotlight

HOW TO APPLY

STEP 1: Submit Your Resume- Include:

Styles/levels taught
Ages taught
Competitive experience and results (if possible)
Choreography/performance experience (with what level of dancers)

STEP 2: Cover/ Bio Letter (Required)
Please answer:

Why do you want to join Groove Nation?
What makes you a strong candidate for this role?
How do you develop competitive dancers while keeping their love for dance?
What’s your experience teaching across all levels?

STEP 3: Share Video Samples

At least one video of your choreography (competition pieces encouraged)
(Optional) A short intro video showing your personality and teaching style

STEP 4: Submit 3 Professional References
Please include previous employers, directors, or organizations that can vouch for your skill and character

STEP 5: Paid Demo Class (By Invitation Only)
We’ll invite top applicants to teach a demo class for compensation.

READY TO INSPIRE SOMETHING BIGGER?

If you're ready to teach with purpose, create with passion, and join a team that feels like family, apply today.
We can’t wait to meet the next incredible leader who will help our dancers grow not just in ability—but in character.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4 – 15 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Professional development assistance
Referral program

Experience:

dance training: 10 years (Required)
Dance Teaching: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Vancouver, WA (Required)

Work Location: In person

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