Full Time Children's Dance Teacher

Description Love working with kids? Looking for a flexible part-time role where you can make a real impact while building your teaching and leadership skills? Join a passionate, supportive team and spend your days bringing energy, creativity, and confidence to children across the Greater Washington, D.The Starz Program is a nationally recognized children’s fitness enrichment program that has served communities across the country for over 20 years. Our mission is to help kids build confidence, resilience, and a love of movement through fun, engaging classes. In this role you will teach dance classes (primarily ballet and hip-hop) to students (ages 2-12) on-site at preschools, elementary schools and country clubs in the Fairfax, VA and Greater Washington, DC area. This role is perfect for former or current dancers with formal teaching experience . Many of our teachers grow with us into expanded roles in marketing, curriculum, training, and program leadership.

Lead fun, structured classes for 5–15 students at a time

Set up and clean up equipment

Communicate with parents, school staff, and the Starz team

What we look for in a Starz Instructor: Responsible – arrives 15 minutes early to each class, can independently manage a 45-60-minute class of up to 15 students, without support of a co‑teacher.

Professional – neat in appearance, friendly and courteous with partner site staff.

Enthusiastic – MUST enjoy teaching and working with young children, be able to confidently connect with children primarily ages 2-12.

Fun – enjoys having FUN with young children, being goofy, using your imagination, and watching children smile all while managing and teaching an effective class.

Reliable transportation – must have reliable transportation to and from partner sites and a valid driver’s license.

Classes operate Monday-Friday between 9am-5pm

Winter: mid-January – mid-March

Optional Summer Camps: June – August (half-day or full-day)

Requirements 18+ with a high school diploma or GED

Must have a reliable car to drive to local schools and valid driver’s license

Formal dance training and experience teaching dance to children

Able to work on-site at schools in the Fairfax/Greater Washington DC area

Able to pass background check and school screening requirements

Why You’ll Love Working With Starz Design a flexible schedule that fits around your family, personal commitments, or other work

Enjoy short, meaningful shifts —most instructors teach just 2–6 hours per week

Make a real impact in children’s lives without the demands of a full-time classroom

Competitive, reliable pay : $25 per hour (typically $100–$150/week)

$100 paid training stipend to support a smooth and confident start

Opportunities to contribute beyond teaching , including mentorship, curriculum input, or program support

Performance & referral bonuses that recognize your contributions

Position Details: Job Type: Part-time (W-2 employee)

Pay: $25 per hour

Pay Schedule: Direct deposit every other Friday

Location: In-person at partner schools and clubs throughout Fairfax, VA

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