Assistant Dance Teacher (Part-Time)

ICE Studios School of Dance is looking for enthusiastic, dependable, and passionate Assistant Dance Teachers to join our growing team! If you love dance, enjoy working with children, and are interested in developing your teaching skills, we’d love to hear from you. Location : Independence, MO Website : Position Overview Assistant Dance Teachers work alongside our Lead Instructors to create a positive, engaging, and fun learning environment for students ages 3–15 . This position is ideal for experienced dancers who are looking to gain teaching experience and grow into a Lead Dance Teacher role. Training, mentorship, and lesson plans are provided. As you gain experience, you’ll have opportunities to assist with lesson planning, choreography, substitute teaching, and eventually lead your own classes. Dance Styles Needed Hip-Hop Tots Dance (Creative Movement, Ballet & Tap) Tumbling Schedule Part-Time (2–4 hours per week) Evening and Saturday classes Additional opportunities for substitute teaching, camps, workshops, performances, and special events Pay $15–$20 per hour (based on experience) Responsibilities Assist the Lead Instructor with teaching dance classes for students ages 3–15. Demonstrate dance movements, technique, stretches, exercises, choreography, and across-the-floor combinations. Help execute lesson plans and classroom activities. Lead warm‑ups, movement exercises, and technique drills when requested. Provide encouragement and individual support to students during class. Help maintain a safe, organized, and positive classroom environment. Assist with classroom management and student engagement. Help prepare students for performances, recitals, and community events. Substitute for Lead Instructors when needed. Assist with studio setup, cleanup, and organization. Collaborate with staff on choreography, class planning, and special projects. Qualifications Dance experience is required. Previous teaching, coaching, or assistant teaching experience is preferred. Must be able to confidently demonstrate dance technique, choreography, stretches, exercises, movement combinations, and across‑floor progressions. Should be comfortable demonstrating movement in front of students and leading small groups when needed. Loves working with children ages 3–15. Positive, energetic, patient, and encouraging. Reliable, professional, and punctual. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Willing to learn and receive coaching. Reliable transportation. Background check required. #J-18808-Ljbffr ICE STUDIOS SCHOOL OF DANCE