Parent & Me Dance Teacher

What’s In It For You: Competitive Pay Ready-to-Teach Curriculum: Lesson plans, activities, and music are provided 4-Week Mini Sessions: A short-session commitment rather than a traditional September–June class

Free Certifications: YPAD, CPR/First Aid/AED, and Background Check

Family Perks: 20% tuition discount + free recital tickets Professional Development: Ongoing training and support from our leadership team Purpose-Driven Work: Help create a child's very first positive experience with dance Instructor Career & Growth Path At Showcase Dance Studio, we offer a clear Instructor Career & Growth Path designed to support dedicated educators with transparency, structure, and long-term opportunity. Starting pay is determined using our structured framework, which considers verifiable teaching experience, training, and alignment with current studio needs. Instructors who are interested in additional opportunities may have the ability to grow into other teaching, private lesson, choreography, or studio roles as opportunities become available. We’re Looking for Someone Who Genuinely enjoys working with children ages 15 months–4 years Is warm, energetic, patient, and encouraging Is comfortable teaching with parents and caregivers participating in the classroom Understands that toddlers are wonderfully unpredictable and can confidently adjust when an activity doesn't go exactly as planned Can keep young children engaged through movement, music, imagination, props, and play Creates a welcoming environment where both children and caregivers feel comfortable Is dependable, organized, and respects schedules Leads with kindness, professionalism, and enthusiasm Can follow an established curriculum while bringing their own personality and energy to the classroom Teaching Schedule Our Parent & Me program is offered in 4-week mini sessions on Saturdays. This position is ideal for an instructor who enjoys early childhood education and would like a smaller teaching commitment rather than a full traditional dance season.

What You’ll Be Doing: Teaching engaging Parent & Me classes using our established curriculum and playlists Guiding caregivers in how to participate and assist their child throughout class Introducing young dancers to rhythm, counting, creative movement, and basic dance concepts Incorporating music, imagination, props, and age-appropriate activities Helping children practice classroom skills such as listening, taking turns, sharing, and following directions Creating a positive first experience with dance for both the child and caregiver Adapting activities as needed based on the energy and needs of each group Maintaining a safe, clean, welcoming, and encouraging classroom environment Communicating professionally with families and the Showcase Dance Studio team Dance teaching experience is valuable, but early childhood experience, personality, patience, and the ability to connect with little ones and their caregivers are especially important for this role. We’ll reach out if it’s a great fit. Create their first dance memories. Build confidence. Teach with purpose.