Professional Dance Educator - Volunteer

Professional Dance Educator - Volunteer

Join to apply for the Professional Dance Educator - Volunteer role at Fred Astaire Dance Studio.

We are growing! Fred Astaire Dance Studios® is excited to add to our team of professional dance volunteers. Whether you have years of dance and/or dance instructor experience or none at all, you could have a successful future with us! If you love interacting with people, having fun, helping others, staying very active, and having control over what you earn, you will love a career with Fred Astaire.

As a high‑energy dancing volunteer, you will conduct group dance classes throughout the week at under‑privileged schools, helping students reach their personal dance goals through many different ways – from a single event to a lifelong journey of dance growth. You will have the unique honor to enhance children’s lives every day and work closely with people from all walks of life, giving you personal enrichment beyond any other environment.

Venues and schedule:
Childrens’ classes are on‑site at the Miami Dade Public Schools after school from 4‑5 pm. Volunteers are required to provide at least two days a week for one hour.

• Conduct group dance classes at scheduled times and locations.
• Assist students in achieving their personal dance goals, adapting instruction to varied skill levels.
• Maintain a positive, energetic classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Participate in studio hours, events, and occasional weekday evenings or weekends as needed.
• Commit to the volunteer schedule (minimum 2 days per week, 1 hour each).
• Complete all required Miami‑Dade volunteer procedures for working with children.

• Self‑motivated, enthusiastic and 100% passionate about dance.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Understanding of what it takes to be successful and willingness to commit.
• Accountable and reliable.
• Unselfish team player who accepts coaching and feedback.
• Positive outlook – cup always half full.
• Exceptional physical fitness and endurance to perform this role.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with students of all ages.
• Ability and willingness to pass Miami‑Dade Volunteer procedures.

• A high‑energy, fun‑filled work environment.
• Variety of activities: group and private lessons, performances, parties, and competitions.
• The best initial and ongoing professional dance training in the country.
• A robust and well‑established dance curriculum and program.
• Access to top‑level national dance coaches to further your skills.
• Beautiful venues to perform with other professionals and with your students.

• Ongoing dance education and training.
• Recitals held for your students.