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The Joy of Motion
Preschool Dance Instructor
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What they do
A Dance Teacher teaches students in dance movement and choreography. Usually requires previous dance experience. Teaches a variety of dancing styles to individuals or groups of students. Styles may include ballet, tap, hip-hop, ballroom, jazz, lyrical or modern.
$47,039 / year median in New Jersey
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Mission:
We are looking for passionate educators to share their love of dance and movement with our littlest learners, creating a positive first experience with dance and instilling a love of dance and movement that will last a lifetime.Outcomes:
- deliver developmentally aligned, high energy, fun, and engaging classes for students ages 1-5 years old, keeping students happy and smiling from our first step to our final wave good-bye!
- develop physical competency, improve gross motor skills, encourage musicality, support life skills such as, confidence, listening, taking turns, and following directions in alignment with the goals set forth in our studio curriculum and syllabi.
- maintain a safe, well-structured classroom environment with clearly defined expectations surrounding behaviors, routines, and directions.
- maintain respectful and appropriate communications with host locations that encourages satisfaction with their continued partnership with our program and inspires students to return each session.
Qualifications:
Strong Candidates will have- Experience teaching young children in dance, gymnastics, cheer, or early childhood settings
- Reliable, punctual, consistent transportation with the ability to travel to various locations in Northern NJ
- Warm, caring, patient presence and a passion for working with toddlers and preschoolers.
Additional Details:
Morning and/or early afternoon classes at partner site campuses located throughout northern NJ. Start at 1-5 hours per week with potential to add sites based on performance and demand. Competitive pay based on experience; Paid training and supplies provided. Meet 30/60/90-day onboarding goals that begin with background checks, training and tandem teaching and transition to increased independence as the Lead Instructor, implementing feedback for improved classroom experience, and eventual ownership of all Lead Instructor responsibilities. We celebrate creative lesson plans, strong retention, warm partner feedback, and safe classrooms. Why itMatters:
Our instructors provide the first experience many of our students have with the world of dance and enable us to lay the foundation for a love of dance they can grow for the rest of their lives! Ready to share your love of dance with little ones across Northern NJ? with resume.Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$30.00- $60.
Benefits:
Flexible schedule Paid sick time Paid trainingWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Sick Leave
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance
- Flexible Work Schedules