Dance Instructor

Miami Childrens Museum Inc • Miami, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Miami Children's Museum is seeking an energetic and passionate Dance Instructor to join our Mini Masters Art & Theater Program. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys helping children build confidence, develop new skills, and express themselves through dance in a fun and supportive environment. As a member of our teaching artist team, you'll lead engaging afterschool dance classes, develop choreography, prepare students for performances, and help create meaningful arts experiences that foster creativity, teamwork, and self-expression.

Requirements

• Experience teaching dance, choreography, or performing arts programs for children or youth.
• Strong proficiency in one or more dance styles, including ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, creative movement, and/or musical theater.
• Experience working in schools, afterschool programs, studios, camps, or community-based youth programs.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Passion for youth development, arts education, and helping students build confidence through creative expression.
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to support performances, showcases, and special events.

Responsibilities

• Teach dance classes for students in grades K–5 in styles such as ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, creative movement, and musical theater.
• Plan and lead engaging lessons, warm-ups, technique exercises, choreography, and creative movement activities.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages participation, confidence, and artistic growth.
• Support students in developing coordination, teamwork, discipline, stage presence, and self-expression through movement.
• Prepare students for showcases, performances, and special events through rehearsals and performance coaching.
• Collaborate with fellow teaching artists and program leadership to deliver high-quality arts programming.
• Participate in performances, family events, and other program activities as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed