Overview
We are seeking enthusiastic, imaginative, and highly reliable ballet instructors to join our teaching team. Our boutique children’s ballet program focuses on creativity, joyful movement, and the magical foundations of ballet, using storytelling, music, and interactive activities to nurture each child’s confidence and love of dance.
The ideal candidate has experience teaching or leading groups of young children (6 or more at a time), a background in dance—ballet preferred—or theatre, and a naturally bubbly, warm, and fun personality. Applicants must love working with children ages 18 months–9 years and feel confident guiding both little dancers and their parents.
Responsibilities
- Independently teach 45-minute ballet classes for children 18 months to 9 years old
- Introduce foundational ballet concepts through creativity, imagination, and movement
- Manage class groups of 5–10 children with confidence, safety, and enthusiasm
- Communicate with parents about class flow, progress, and studio information
- Open and close the studio during assigned shifts
- Assist with membership sales and retail items
- Lead or support special events, community activities, and occasional weekend birthday parties
- Serve as a positive, professional brand ambassador for the program
Qualifications
- Experience working with young children in groups of 6+ (required)
- At least 2 year of teaching experience in dance or preschool setting.
- Minimum 2 year background in dance or theatre (ballet strongly preferred)
- Joyful, creative, energetic, and warm personality
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Professionalism, reliability, and strong attention to detail
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and occasional weekends
- Reliable transportation
- Bilingual skills are welcome but not required
Benefits
- Opportunity to grow into larger roles as the studio expands
- Training in our early-childhood ballet curriculum
- Performance-based bonuses and commission opportunities
- Flexible scheduling, employee discounts, and development support
Compensation
- Pay based on experience, education, and certifications
- Bonus and commission opportunities available
Schedule
- Weekdays & Weekends
- Some weekends for events or parties
How to Apply
Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least 2 years of experience confidently leading groups of 6 or more children in a structured setting?
- Do you have at least 2 years of ballet training or experience?
Work Location: In person
