Dance Instructor

Chesapeake Dance Center is a well established, non-competitive studio seeking passionate, reliable and experienced dance instructors to join our talented team for the upcoming 2025/2026 school year!

We are looking for dedicated teachers who love working with children of all ages and skill levels. Our ideal candidates are positive, professional and engaging individuals who are able to inspire students to grow not only as dancers, but as confident, respectful, and creative individuals.

Our studio offers a family-friendly, non-competitive environment where dancers can thrive. We provide classes in creative dance, pre‑ballet/tap combo, ballet, jazz, tap, and hip hop. We also offer opportunities to work with our small performing company.

Classes are held Monday through Saturday.

• Instructors should ideally be available at least two days per week including Saturdays.
• The ability to teach multiple genres is a plus.
• Substitute opportunities are available.
• Instructors must be able to commit to and complete the school year.

• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans and choreography tailored to students of various ages and skill levels.
• Manage classroom dynamics to foster a positive learning environment.
• Provide individualized feedback to enhance students’ dance techniques.
• Help organize and participate in dance recitals and community performances and events to showcase student achievements.

• Your resume
• A brief cover letter telling us why you would love to join our team
• Two professional references
• Application subject line: “Application for Dance Instructor”

Only serious applicants will be considered. To learn more about our studio, please visit our website at