Dance Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Do you love inspiring young people through movement, music, and creative expression?

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.

This part-time afterschool position serves one or more community school sites, including:

• Liberty City Elementary
• Kelsey Pharr Elementary
• Earlington Heights Elementary
• Brentwood / Fredrica Wilson Skyway Elementary
• Goulds Elementary
• Miami Children’s Museum Charter School
• Henry E.S. Reeves K–8
• Bunche Park Elementary

Essential 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.

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.

Schedule:

Part-Time Afterschool Position

• Weekdays approximately 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Additional hours may be available for rehearsals, showcases, performances, meetings, and special events.

Join us in helping young artists discover the joy of movement, build confidence, and develop a lifelong appreciation for the arts!