YOUR MISSION: ACKNOWLEDGE CHILDREN’S TRUE POTENTIAL AND INSPIRE THEM TO LEARN IN EACH CLASS.

Job Description: Dance Instructor

LA’s Leading Arts Performing Studio for Ballet & Contemporary

At Stellar Dance Studio, our mission is to create a fun and supportive environment where children can build the confidence to succeed through the art of dance. We focus on teaching proper dance technique and building strength in all young dancers. Our goal is to foster growth and empower students to reach their maximum potential both on and off the stage. We Nurture, Inspire & Empower children in each class. We provide full training on each of our programs, our culture, and key principles to succeed at SDS as an exceptional educator.

We are looking for exceptional people to teach engaging individual and group lessons in Hollywood, Los Angeles. In this role you will work in a dedicated team of educators to deliver our tailored programs to dancers ages 2-14.

Purpose of Role

Our Instructor is committed to nurture, inspire, and empower our students while sparkling magic, so our students get exceptional experience and feel belonged in each class.

In this role you will:

•Provide highly engaged and inspiring dance lessons for children
•Fully embrace and embody the mission and values of Stellar Dance Studio.
•Follow the class curriculum, syllabus, lesson’s plans and studio calendar.
•Enthusiastically implement various themes and music playlists into the curriculum throughout the year per Stellar Dance Calendar.
•Make a ten-month teaching commitment, September through June, (summer is optional) to teach weekly dance classes per Stellar
•Dance Studio calendar.
•Prepare students for our annual productions.
•Prepare students and their Progress Cards for seasonal evaluations and open class weeks.
•Prepare and examine students for Russian Ballet Association exams (Ballet Teachers ONLY).
•Participate in face-to-face team meetings, along with regular one-on-one conversations, team training and professional development opportunities.
•Enthusiastically support the various efforts designed by Stellar Dance Studio to provide exceptional dance experience throughout their learning journey.

Attributes for Success

To be successful in this role you must demonstrate that you have:

A true desire to inspire children. You absolutely love working with children and love helping them develop and embrace their confidence, knowing that long-lasting positive impact they’ll experience by having a passionate dance teacher in their life.

A natural and welcoming approach to forming relationships with students and parents. You are warm, approachable and confident when speaking with parents. They respect your ability to communicate with ease and make them feel part of the studio family.

Boundless Energy because you are high-energy, fun, kind and approachable. Your magnetic energy draws your students into your class as you inspire them to push themselves to reach the next level in their training.

A passion for bringing out the best in every student because you are a professional who has a true desire to make each student feel special. You understand the importance of individual attention and really love getting to know your student’s personality. Our families adore you because you are kind and compassionate and because you love to establish a natural connection with your students.

Commitment to Stellar Dance Studio and its Mission. You take responsibility for your actions and pride yourself on your integrity. You are open to clear communication and feedback at all times.

Commitment to Stellar Programs’ Curriculum, Syllabus and Lesson Plans. You provide instruction for every Program in alignment with the Stellar curriculum. You understand the importance of class structure, syllabus and additional class materials. You are a true educator and prepare for each lesson in advance according to the provided Lessons Plans.

Commitment to the Team. Our team is the core of everything that happens at Stellar Dance Studio. You are generous, creative and caring towards your fellow team members which uplifts the entire studio.

The Essentials:

•The ability to teach one or more styles of dance: Ballet/ Contemporary/ Hip Hop /Acrobatic
•A willingness and ability to commit for the entirety of the 10-month season.
•Available to teach 2+ days per week and attend team and one-on-one biweekly meetings.

Hours of Work: Weekdays – afternoon/ evenings. Weekends – mornings.

Compensation: Flat hourly rate.

Start Date: September 2021

Next Steps: If this feels like an opportunity that makes you say “I would love to be a part of it! please complete the application form found at this link: