Gymnastics and Body Conditioning Instructor for Young Dancers

Job Description

Gymnastics and Body Conditioning Instructor for Young Dancers (Part-Time – 20+ Hours/Week)

Ballet Institute of San Diego is seeking a passionate and motivated Gymnastics Instructor to join our growing faculty.

This position is ideal for an instructor who enjoys working with young dancers and is committed to helping students build strong physical foundations in a supportive and inspiring environment.

Responsibilities

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• Teach group and private classes for young students.
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• Lead body conditioning, stretching, strength, flexibility, and coordination training.
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• Prepare students physically for ballet and dance training.
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• Provide individual coaching to help students improve technique and achieve personal goals.
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• Prepare selected students for dance competitions through one-on-one coaching.
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• Collaborate with the Artistic Director and teaching staff to support student development.
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Qualifications

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• Experience teaching young children in dance, gymnastics, acrobatics, rhythmic gymnastics, or a related movement discipline.
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• Strong knowledge of body conditioning, flexibility, mobility, strength development, and injury prevention.
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• Ability to motivate and inspire young dancers.
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• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
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• Experience preparing students for competitions is highly desirable.
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• Dance experience is preferred; a gymnastics or acrobatics background is also welcome.
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Position Details

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• Part-time: Approximately 20 hours per week
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• Location: San Diego, Kearny Mesa , California
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• Opportunity for professional growth and long-term collaboration.
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Preferred Skills

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• Body conditioning for dancers
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• Stretching and flexibility training
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• Youth dance education
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• Individual coaching
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• Competition preparation
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• Ballet fundamentals
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• Acrobatics or gymnastics (preferred)
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• Rhythmic gymnastics (preferred)
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• Positive and encouraging teaching approach
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About Ballet Institute of San Diego

At Ballet Institute of San Diego, we believe ballet is more than learning steps—it is a way of developing discipline, artistic expression, confidence, and resilience. Our mission is to provide world-class dance education that respects each student's individual journey while maintaining the highest artistic and technical standards.

We are building a community where excellence and kindness go hand in hand, and where students are inspired to reach their fullest potential—whether they pursue professional dance or carry ballet's values into every aspect of life.

If you are passionate about shaping young dancers through thoughtful, high-quality teaching and would like to join a collaborative artistic team, we would love to hear from you.