Dance Instructors

La Crosse, United States | Posted on 01/12/2026

• Industry Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
• State/Province Wisconsin
• Country United States

The Y is the leading nonprofit committed to strengthening the community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose and each other. Working locally, we focus on supporting young people, improving health and well-being, and inspiring action in and across communities. By bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives and generations, we ensure that we all have access to the opportunities, relationships and resources necessary to learn, grow and thrive.

Now seeking knowledgeable, positive, and community-minded dance instructors to teach recreational classes for our Introductory and Progressive Levels. Styles include ballet,tap, jazz, hip hop, and musical theatre.

Responsibilities:

• Createage-appropriate lesson plans for weekly classes
• Choreography forbi-annual recitals
• Nurture and motivate youth, ages 1.5-18 , to realize their potential and achieve their goals
• Build relationships with participants and families
• Assess student progress and effectively communicate progress with families

• Classes are offered at both the Dahl and Houser locations, with the majority of offerings held at the Houser branch in Onalaska
• Morning, evening, and weekend classes available; 2-8 hours per week.

• 3+years of studio dance training in ballet, jazz, tap,hip hop, and/or musical theatre
• Knowledge of dance terminology and technique
• Ability to create asafe and fun environment for all
• FREE adult Y membership(+ discount on Family Membership)
• 50% discount on Yprograms
• 403(b) retirement account
• 12% retirement after 2years and 1,000 hours per year