Instructor, Dance Academy

Overview

Successful candidates will be experienced in teaching dance to diverse students at all levels, use progressive pedagogy in teaching technique, and apply sound anatomical and wellness principles in their teaching. Candidates must be able to teach all levels of dance, including contemporary, modern, and other dance styles. Applicants should also be able to choreograph or restage work for student performers in on-campus concerts.

• Deliver dance instruction to diverse students at all levels.
• Employ progressive pedagogy and sound anatomical and wellness principles in teaching.
• Teach contemporary and modern dance styles, alongside other dance forms.
• Choreograph or restage work for student performers in on-campus concerts.

• Two (2) positions available.
• Available to teach weekday afternoons between 4p.m. and 8p.m.
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt (United States).

• High school diploma or GED; a bachelor’s degree in dance or dance education preferred.
• Experience teaching dance in a pre‑professional setting; professional performing experience preferred.

Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references. Please attach all required documents with your application. The Final date to receive applications is July
23,2026; applications will continue to be accepted until positions are filled.

The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package, comprising a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, and paid leave for illness, vacation, maternity or paternity leave. Eligible employees and their dependents may receive tuition remission. All staff and eligible non‑bargaining unit faculty can request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA).

The University participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions, as well as optional investment opportunities (403(b) and 457(b)).

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution and an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans. The University is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.