Overview

About the Role:

Purdance Studios is currently looking for dance teachers and choreographers to work with our Elite Program. The ideal candidate will contribute to each student’s dance education through well-structured prepared lesson plans and level appropriate choreography, is trained in ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, and/or hip hop styles and has experience working with competitive dance teams.

At times, teachers at Purdance Studios are also given opportunities to work as class assistants, and private lesson or substitute teachers in addition to their regularly scheduled classes. Our teachers may also be scheduled to assist in the production of Purdance affiliated shows and  events.

Role Responsibilities:

Prepare engaging, age-appropriate, progressive lesson plans for students of varying technical levels and ages
Create and maintain a safe, fun, and motivating classroom environment to encourage and inspire Purdance students to develop technically and artistically.
Evaluate student performance, make recommendations, and offer corrections to facilitate student improvement
Choreograph and teach group, solo, and/or performance routines to Purdance students as needed
Required assistance with and/or participation in the production of Purdance affiliated shows, events or workshops, and Purdance attended dance competitions
Select and submit music and costume/set/prop requests for recitals and classes, concerts and events in a timely fashion
Maintain updated industry knowledge through continued training and education in any dance styles hired to teach or choreograph in

Required Qualifications:

3+ years of experience choreographing for competitive dance teams
5+ years of experience teaching competitive contemporary, tap, jazz, ballet and/or Hip Hop
Available a minimum of 2-3 days per week
Ability to pass a fingerprinted background check
Access to reliable transportation
Ability to manage time effectively

Preferred Qualifications:

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Collaborative and respectful mindset
Postsecondary education in dance or a related field

Compensation:

$35-$45 hourly rate based on experience and education

About Purdance Studios

About Purdance:

Purdance Studios prioritizes and celebrates the individual growth of their dance students to better cultivate each dancer’s creative process. We are dedicated to providing high quality, rigorous training in a collaborative environment.

Our mission for the Elite Program is to prepare our students for careers in the dance industry by providing opportunities for professional exposure. The Elite Program at Purdance is designed for our most dedicated students. These dancers possess a deep passion for performance and artistic expression and desire to seriously train in multiple styles of dance at an advanced level. The Elite students are given additional opportunities to participate in community events, performances, and regional competitions.