Dance Instructor

Terra Firm is looking to collaborate with passionate, professional dance teaching artists who want to make a positive impact, and have a shared mission of engaging the community through the arts.

The ideal candidates have experience in teaching any of the following genres including but not limited to:
Ballet, Contemporary/Lyrical, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Latin, African, Cheer, Majorette Dance.

Opportunities are available to teach programs for early childhood development centers, elementary schools, high schools, and community organizations.

• Instruct students in proper, safe and informed dance techniques in an effective and encouraging manner.
• Develop lesson plans/ basic curriculum.
• Instruct specified age group (early childhood, youth, or adults).
• Balance fun with technical rigor and dedication.
• Use age‑appropriate music and choreography.
• Choreograph and rehearse routines for program performances as needed.
• Reliable and consistent presence for students/participants.
• Maintain an energetic and motivational teaching presence.
• Create a positive and nurturing learning environment.
• Enhance professional development by staying abreast of dance trends and methods.

• Minimum 1 year studio, dance teaching, or equivalent experience.
• Experience teaching beginner/intermediate levels.
• Ability to each in‑person and/or remote.
• Ability to engage, empower, and energize students of all ages and skill levels.
• Continually invest in professional development in honing dance pedagogy and instruction skills.
• Create age‑appropriate choreographic material.
• Adequate knowledge of technique vocabulary, anatomy, and kinesiology.
• Background or degree in dance highly encouraged, but not required.

Remote and/or phone interview process.

Terra Firm offers competitive pay of $50 per hour and flexible schedule based on candidate availability.

• Cover Letter describing your interest in the position and brief teaching philosophy.
• Resume with relevant dance/teaching experience.
• An online video link to class teaching segments and/or personal choreographic works (if available).

Please send a resume, cover letter, and online video links: