Performance Company Lead and Dance Instructor - Longmont, CO

About the Position

Are you a passionate dance instructor who loves working with children? Ensemble Schools is looking for an experienced Performance Company Lead and Dance Instructor to inspire and nurture the next generation of students at Production Company Dance Centre . Our growing studio in Longmont, CO focuses on providing quality instruction in a safe environment. We're seeking instructors who can deliver engaging, in-person lessons and contribute to the vibrant dance community. Our positive classrooms are staffed by amazing teachers who go beyond teaching dance technique to developing important life skills in students because PCDC is about More Than Just Great Dancing!®

We are currently looking for a Performance Company Lead and Dance Instructor for next season. This role would involve leading a community-focused performance program where dancers:

• Learn one routine in the fall and one in the spring
• Perform at local venues and community events
• Participate in parades (so experience with parade-style choreography is a big plus!)

We're really looking for someone who is:

• High-energy and engaging with kids of all ages
• Organized, responsible, and comfortable communicating with community venues and clients
• Able to choreograph, clean, and rehearse routines independently
• Comfortable working with a wide range of skill levels (beginner through teen)
• Experienced in music editing/cutting
• Ideally, the candidate has some dance team or poms experience, as that aligns well with both performance company and an additional class opening

Current class schedule with potential for growth to add additional classes:

Tuesdays:

• 5:15-6:00 PM - Hip Hop Foundations (ages 5-6)
• 6:45-7:15 PM - Performance Company (Seniors, 12+)
• 7:45-8:15 PM - Performance Company (Juniors, 8-11)
  (There are breaks between classes that could allow for private lessons, though those are not guaranteed)

Wednesdays:

• 4:30-5:15 PM - Acro Foundations
• 5:30-6:00 PM - Performance Company (Minis, ages 5-7)
• 6:00-7:00 PM - Ballet & Jazz I (ages 5-6)

Thursdays:

• 6:45-7:45 PM - Poms class (Age 10+)

During summer months, Performance Company rehearsals would run:

• Mondays, 5:00-7:15 PM (June 22 - August 1)

The full fall/spring schedule begins August 17th and runs through the season (ending June 2027). We are looking for a teacher who can commit for the entire season.

Compensation & Growth:

• Pay range: $20-$24/hour , based on experience
• Opportunities for growth into expanded teaching roles in future seasons
• Opportunities to teach masterclasses
• Ongoing teacher training and development
• Private lesson opportunities (based on demand)

About PCDC:

From the first class to the final bow, PCDC strives to provide not only the technical skills to succeed in dance but the essential life skills to succeed in whatever our students pursue. Our dance studio is a place where lifelong friendships are formed, work ethic and dedication are developed, and special memories are made

Learn more here -

Who We Are
Our mission is to empower artists by safeguarding the businesses that love them♥. Our values include:

• Stewardship: We are caretakers of our local businesses and communities, helping them thrive by making it easy for our teachers to cultivate an enriching learning experience for students.
• Growth: Our teachers are integral to our success, and we are committed to their professional growth. As an ever-growing partnership of music and dance schools, we seek to increase the high-quality resources provided to our schools and teachers.
• Stagehands: Our Shared Services team runs in the background to support our schools. By doing this, we champion our teachers and students to be the real stars of the show!

About Ensemble Schools
Ensemble Schools is a collaborative network of community-driven Music & Dance schools. While each school maintains its unique identity, they share resources to ensure collective success. This posting is specifically for Production Company Dance Centre.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to send their resume and a brief cover letter to Anna Ahrens through this portal. We embrace diversity within our artistic community and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Job type: Part-time

Ensemble Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.