Acro / Tumbling Instructor at Dance Studio
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TranscenDance Studios
Oak Park, IL (In Person)
$88,400 Salary, Part-Time
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Job Description
This position is perfect for the experienced acro or gymnastics tumbling instructor with a strong dance background who enjoys delivering safe, high-energy classes to children in a dance studio setting.
TranscenDanceStudios.com www.instagram.com/transcendancestudios www.facebook.com/transcendancestudios Join the award-winning and fun staff at TranscenDance Studios! This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, functions or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, functions, activities or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
TranscenDanceStudios.com www.instagram.com/transcendancestudios www.facebook.com/transcendancestudios Join the award-winning and fun staff at TranscenDance Studios! This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, functions or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, functions, activities or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
JOB TITLE
Instructor- Acro / Tumbling
JOB LOCATION
TranscenDance Studios, 120 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302. Learn more about our studio atEMPLOYMENT TYPE
Part-time (Mondays) beginning June 8.COMPENSATION
Starting pay for teaching hours is negotiated based on experience ($40-45 an hour). Attendance at meetings, dress rehearsals, recitals, or any other studio-scheduled time outside of teaching class is paid at a non-teaching rate of $15 an hour. Private lessons are paid at $42 an hour.BENEFITS
401K with employer matching, paid time off (sick leave), select paid holidays, birthday floating holiday, uniform stipend, studio rental & usage perks, on-location substitute instructor available when necessary, pre-scheduled vacation during studio off-weeks (approximately 5-7 weeks per year: Spring Break, Summer-Fall Session Break, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break)REPORTING
This position reports to the Program Operations Manager. Coordination with other Class Instructors and Front Desk Staff occurs frequently.EMPLOYMENT SUMMARY
A typical day for this position begins in the late afternoon with the first class of the night, pending the class schedule. If desired, private lesson teaching slots (ages 6+) may be made available before or after classes, pending instructor and studio availability. Instructors may park in the private TranscenDance Studios lot directly behind the studio, and use their key fob to securely access the building through the rear lobby doors. A private office / staff lounge is available for instructors to store their personal items or relax between classes. Instructors wear studio dress code, which includes a black TranscenDance Studios staff shirt, black bottoms, dance shoes appropriate for the styles being taught (or barefoot if appropriate), and hair pulled back away from the face.SHIFT SUMMARY
Weekly (Mondays), beginning the week of June 8, 2026. The year is broken into two sessions Fall/Spring (running late August through early June) and Summer (typically running mid-June through mid-August). The Fall/Spring session culminates in a recital early June. There are no performances scheduled for recreational classes over the Summer Session.A tentative schedule is:
Mondays 3:30-4:00 — Optional Private Lesson Slot (ages 6+) 4:05-5:00 — Beginning Varsity Acro (ages 7-9) 5:05-6:00 — Beginning Acro (ages 6-9) 6:00-6:55 — Intermediate 2 Acro (ages 9+) 7:00-7:30 — Open Tumble 7:30-8:25 — Intermediate 3 Acro (ages 11+) 8:30-9:00 — Optional Private Lesson Slot (ages 6+) 9:00-9:30 — Optional Private Lesson Slot (ages 6+)GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Meet a 90% attendance rate per quarter Meet a 100% on-time arrival rate per quarter Wear dress code (staff shirt and black bottoms) Attend the three scheduled staff training meetings each year (paid) Complete Shift Logs correctly and on timeCLASS RESPONSIBILITIES
Begin and end class on time Take attendance Provide class-level recommendations for all students by due date Follow teaching syllabus (if provided)JOB REQUIREMENTS
A love for children and teaching acro/tumbling Delight and creativity in interacting with parents and children A teaching philosophy that aligns withTranscenDance Studios' Core Values:
- Be solution-focused
- Maintain optimism
- Take action motivated by creating positive, unique, and memorable experiences
- Commit to continuous learning and growth regarding health and safety, industry trends, new technology applications, and knowledge or childhood development
- Always do what is right or most-right
- Work towards the big picture
QUALIFICATIONS
Acrobatic Arts Certification preferred, but we are willing to pay for instructor certification or consider alternative certifications/experience (USAG, etc.). Minimum 2 years of experience teaching acro or tumbling classes Experience teaching ages 6-18 Applicants must submit to and pass a background check for working with children. High school diploma or equivalent required; some college a plus Reliable mode of transportation enabling dependable timeliness requiredCHECK US OUT AT
www.TranscenDanceStudios.com www.instagram.com/transcendancestudios www.facebook.com/transcendancestudios Join the award-winning and fun staff at TranscenDance Studios! This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, functions or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, functions, activities or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
TO APPLY, PLEASE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING
Name Address Phone Email Cover letter Resume Current employment and recent employment history Potential conflicts 3 references Thank you!•Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$40.00- $45.
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Paid sick time Paid time offWork Location:
In person Acro / Tumbling Instructor at Dance Studio 120 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302 $40- $45 an hour
- Part-time $40
- $45 an hour
- Part-time This position is perfect for the experienced acro or gymnastics tumbling instructor with a strong dance background who enjoys delivering safe, high-energy classes to children in a dance studio setting.
JOB TITLE
Instructor- Acro / Tumbling
JOB LOCATION
TranscenDance Studios, 120 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302. Learn more about our studio atEMPLOYMENT TYPE
Part-time (Mondays) beginning June 8.COMPENSATION
Starting pay for teaching hours is negotiated based on experience ($40-45 an hour). Attendance at meetings, dress rehearsals, recitals, or any other studio-scheduled time outside of teaching class is paid at a non-teaching rate of $15 an hour. Private lessons are paid at $42 an hour.BENEFITS
401K with employer matching, paid time off (sick leave), select paid holidays, birthday floating holiday, uniform stipend, studio rental & usage perks, on-location substitute instructor available when necessary, pre-scheduled vacation during studio off-weeks (approximately 5-7 weeks per year: Spring Break, Summer-Fall Session Break, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break)REPORTING
This position reports to the Program Operations Manager. Coordination with other Class Instructors and Front Desk Staff occurs frequently.EMPLOYMENT SUMMARY
A typical day for this position begins in the late afternoon with the first class of the night, pending the class schedule. If desired, private lesson teaching slots (ages 6+) may be made available before or after classes, pending instructor and studio availability. Instructors may park in the private TranscenDance Studios lot directly behind the studio, and use their key fob to securely access the building through the rear lobby doors. A private office / staff lounge is available for instructors to store their personal items or relax between classes. Instructors wear studio dress code, which includes a black TranscenDance Studios staff shirt, black bottoms, dance shoes appropriate for the styles being taught (or barefoot if appropriate), and hair pulled back away from the face.SHIFT SUMMARY
Weekly (Mondays), beginning the week of June 8, 2026. The year is broken into two sessions Fall/Spring (running late August through early June) and Summer (typically running mid-June through mid-August). The Fall/Spring session culminates in a recital early June. There are no performances scheduled for recreational classes over the Summer Session.A tentative schedule is:
Mondays 3:30-4:00 — Optional Private Lesson Slot (ages 6+) 4:05-5:00 — Beginning Varsity Acro (ages 7-9) 5:05-6:00 — Beginning Acro (ages 6-9) 6:00-6:55 — Intermediate 2 Acro (ages 9+) 7:00-7:30 — Open Tumble 7:30-8:25 — Intermediate 3 Acro (ages 11+) 8:30-9:00 — Optional Private Lesson Slot (ages 6+) 9:00-9:30 — Optional Private Lesson Slot (ages 6+)GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Meet a 90% attendance rate per quarter Meet a 100% on-time arrival rate per quarter Wear dress code (staff shirt and black bottoms) Attend the three scheduled staff training meetings each year (paid) Complete Shift Logs correctly and on timeCLASS RESPONSIBILITIES
Begin and end class on time Take attendance Provide class-level recommendations for all students by due date Follow teaching syllabus (if provided)JOB REQUIREMENTS
A love for children and teaching acro/tumbling Delight and creativity in interacting with parents and children A teaching philosophy that aligns withTranscenDance Studios' Core Values:
- Be solution-focused
- Maintain optimism
- Take action motivated by creating positive, unique, and memorable experiences
- Commit to continuous learning and growth regarding health and safety, industry trends, new technology applications, and knowledge or childhood development
- Always do what is right or most-right
- Work towards the big picture
QUALIFICATIONS
Acrobatic Arts Certification preferred, but we are willing to pay for instructor certification or consider alternative certifications/experience (USAG, etc.). Minimum 2 years of experience teaching acro or tumbling classes Experience teaching ages 6-18 Applicants must submit to and pass a background check for working with children. High school diploma or equivalent required; some college a plus Reliable mode of transportation enabling dependable timeliness requiredCHECK US OUT AT
www.TranscenDanceStudios.com www.instagram.com/transcendancestudios www.facebook.com/transcendancestudios Join the award-winning and fun staff at TranscenDance Studios! This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, functions or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, functions, activities or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
TO APPLY, PLEASE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING
Name Address Phone Email Cover letter Resume Current employment and recent employment history Potential conflicts 3 references Thank you!•Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$40.00- $45.
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Paid sick time Paid time offWork Location:
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