Job Description – Academy Dance Instructor, Musical Theatre & Contemporary

The Academy Dance Instructor, Musical Theatre and Contemporary will be responsible for providing Musical Theatre and Contemporary dance instruction to students enrolled in the Charlotte Ballet Academy.

The Academy Dance Instructor will report to the Associate Director, Lower School and the Academy Director. This position provides instruction and support to Charlotte Ballet Academy students through in-studio dance training and allows for Academy school year and/or summer program instruction.

Charlotte Ballet’s mission is through dance, we create authentic connections, engaging and inclusive educational opportunities, and transformative experiences.

Job Duties

• Prepare classes and instruct students on foundational musical theatre and contemporary dance
• Identify appropriate goals for guiding classes through curriculum
• Plan classes with genre appropriate warm-up, progressive exercises, and conclusion
• Instruct students through clear explanation, demonstration, and lesson reinforcement
• For school year programs, provide feedback on student progress in the form of annual written evaluations, parent meetings, and director meetings
• Choreograph and present for students’ end of year showcase as assigned
• Attend faculty and curriculum meetings as needed

Education, Qualifications, and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in dance or dance education, or equivalent professional experience training musical theatre dance and pedagogy
• Availability to teach on weekends
• 3 years of teaching experience preferred
• Experience teaching students ages 3-12 strongly preferred

FLSA Status/Classification

• This position is considered Part-Time and Non-Exempt in status.

Compensation

• $40.00 – $45.00 per hour DOE

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $40.00 – $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Charlotte, NC 28202 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Charlotte, NC 28202: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person