Instructor (Dance) - Solon Center for the Arts - Part-Time

Solon Center for the Arts is accepting applications for a Part-time Dance Instructor for upcoming dance classes for the 2026-2027 dance season. Approximately 5-28 hours per week. Responsibilities could include a combination of the following, based on applicants experience and availability:

• Weekly Group Dance Lessons (Late August 26 - Mid-May 27)
  • Monday - Thursday evenings
  • Saturday mornings & afternoons
• Arts4Kids Movement Classes (After-school Program) (Mid-August 26 - May 27)
  • Monday - Fridays 2:30 PM - 5 PM
• Summer Day Camps
  • Half day 9 AM - 12 PM and/or 1 PM - 4 PM
  • Supervise camper lunch 12 PM - 1 PM
• Private Dance Lessons
  • Upon availability
• Additional hours for performances, special events, programs

Qualified applicants must have completed a Bachelor's degree in Dance or Dance Education from an accredited institution or have related work or performance experience equivalent to such a degree. Graduate experience is a plus. Interested applicants must have a minimum two (2) years of experience working as a Dance Instructor/Teacher. Applicants knowledgeable in any or multiple styles listed are preferred; ballet, jazz, contemporary, hip-hop, tap, and acrobatics.


Responsibilities include:

• Create lessons, plan, prepare and instruct group/private lessons.
• Plan, instruct, coordinate and carry-out activities in partnerships with the Dance Coordinator and other instructors for the themed dance camps during summer for children ages 3 - 12.
• Choreograph routines and prepare students for Winter and/or Spring performances.
• Assist with 2026-2027 end of the season performances.

Candidates for this position will work closely with the Dance Department Coordinator and must be able to work with students of all ages and skill levels, with a specific focus on preschool and school-aged children. Applicants must be professional and display leadership qualities in and out of the classroom and may be the lead instructor during rehearsals and performances. In addition, the applicant should possess excellent problem solving, organizational and interpersonal skills. Applicants must be able to work in a team environment.


This position offers a starting rate from $28.00/hour. Compensation will be determined based upon previous education, performance, and teaching experience.

Applicants must complete and submit an application and a resume online by visiting the City of Solon website at . Click on the "How to Apply Link" or visit the Human Resources webpage for more information. This posting will remain open until the position is filled. The names of all candidates are subject to public disclosure upon request.

The City of Solon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, disability or military/veteran status in employment or provision of services. Individuals applying and requiring special accommodations regarding disabilities should contact the Human Resources Department.

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