Dance Instructor

Job Type

Part-time, Contract

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!