Academy Instructor, Ballet (Dance Instruction)(Performing Arts) Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Academy Instructor, Ballet (Dance Instruction)(Performing Arts) Charlotte Ballet 701 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202 Charlotte Ballet Academy is seeking a dedicated and experienced Boys Dance Instructor to lead structured and inclusive ballet classes for male-identifying students. This role supports the Academy’s mission by delivering high-quality dance instruction aligned with our established curriculum and faculty handbook. The instructor may teach during both the Academy School Year and Summer programs. Key Responsibilities Instruction & Classroom Preparation Deliver dance instruction in accordance with Charlotte Ballet Academy’s curriculum. Establish clear class goals and guide students through a structured progression. Plan each session with genre-appropriate warm-ups, skill-building exercises, and cool-downs. Teach using clear explanations, live demonstrations, and repetition-based reinforcement. Student Evaluation & Communication Provide bi-annual written evaluations for students (School Year). Make level placement recommendations (School Year and Summer). Participate in parent and director meetings as needed. Choreography & Showcase Choreograph and rehearse student pieces for annual exams and end-of-year showcases as assigned. Faculty Engagement Attend faculty meetings and curriculum planning sessions as scheduled.

Qualifications Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Dance, Dance Education, or equivalent professional training in Ballet and/or Pedagogy.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of experience teaching ballet is preferred. Additional experience in Jazz or Tap is highly desirable.

Supervisory Duties:

May supervise student teacher assistants.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to demonstrate movement in class settings.

Equipment Use:

Familiarity with studio digital sound systems and use of a laptop/tablet for attendance and roster management.

Compensation Hourly Rate:

$43.26 – $45.23 per hour, commensurate with experience. Charlotte Ballet is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such, we recognize our responsibility to embrace and promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) throughout all aspects and levels of our organization including artistic programming, talent recruiting and retention, training, workplace culture, and community engagement.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$43.00 – $45.00 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person