Dance Instructor; Ballet Specialist

Round Rock, Texas (Austin, TX metropolitan area)

Employment Type:

Contract per season; flexible number of hours, ranging from 5 to 20+ hours per week

About Us:

At GADA, we inspire creativity and build self-confidence through dance. We foster a love for dance while instilling values of hard work, dedication, and responsibility, preparing students for success in any path they choose. Our goal is to nurture each student as an individual and create lifelong memories. At GADA, you’re more than a dancer—you’re family.

Our 6,000 sq. ft. facility features five spacious studios with sprung wood floors, advanced sound systems, viewing windows, and live video feeds for parents. Our largest studio doubles as a performance space with theatrical lighting. Parents enjoy a welcoming lobby complete with Wi-Fi, restrooms, and changing rooms, making GADA a space for creativity and connection.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Ballet Dance Instructor to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in ballet, with the ability to teach advanced ballet classes and beginner to intermediate levels in a variety of other

dance styles.

Key Responsibilities:

● Teach advanced ballet classes with a focus on technique, artistry, and performance.

● Instruct beginner and intermediate classes in other styles, such as contemporary, jazz, tap, or hip-hop.

● Choreograph and teach routines for annual spring recitals.

● Mentor students, fostering their growth in both technical and creative aspects of dance.

● Contribute to studio events, performances, and conventions as needed.

● Assist with refining and improving the studio’s curriculum and pedagogy, especially for the ballet program.

● Build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

Qualifications:

● Experience teaching and performing ballet at advanced levels.

● Proficiency in a variety of dance styles for beginner and intermediate levels.

● Choreographic experience, particularly in ballet or related styles.

● Passion for working with students of all ages and skill levels.

● Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

● A collaborative spirit and a positive attitude.

Preferred

Skills:

● Degree in dance or related field.

● Experience with musical theater dance styles and choreography.

● Familiarity with beginner to intermediate dance pedagogy.

Compensation:

● Competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience.

● Attendance bonus opportunities

● Opportunities for additional hours through choreography, company involvement, or other studio programs.

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