Employment Application
Become an instructor with Rising Star Dance Company!
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Please read information below
Rising Star Dance Company is looking to expand! We are considering expanding to the following areas:
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- Temecula
- San Diego
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We're looking to conduct interviews for possible Dance Teacher candidates, with new classes beginning in September. This position is PART TIME.
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I am looking for professional dance teacher candidates who exemplify the following qualities and requirements:
- Strong leadership skills
- Problem solver
- Positive attitude and demeanor
- Impressive self awareness/composure
- Respectful
- The ability to improvise as well as follow a detailed plan
- Someone who has a strong dance background of 10+ years
- A dance teaching background of 2+ years specifically in PRE SCHOOL AGED ballet, tap and creative movement IS ideal to be considered. We are willing to train the right candidate.
- Must be comfortable teaching a large dance class and handling it independently
- Must also be comfortable with parents in the studio viewing the class
- Administrative experience (specifically in a studio environment) is a plus
- Early Childhood Development college units are a plus (higher pay)
- CPR certification is a plus
- MUST be able to pass a background check
- MUST have credible resume with references
- MUST be staying in the area a minimum of one year
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The position description includes:
- Independently teaching dance classes to children ages 2-9, with the majority being 3 & 4
- 30 minute, 45 minute or 60 minute classes, creative movement, ballet, tap and jazz
- Following a specific yearly syllabus/class plan
- Meeting with me once a month, as well as communicating closely to ensure success
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This is a PART TIME dance teaching position. Starting at 2-3 classes per week with the possibility of more in the future. Light administrative duties will be expected as well. Pay is based on experience. I will NOT answer any questions regarding pay until and interview is conducted. Only applicants with dance teaching experience will be considered, no exceptions. Assistant teaching is not applicable.
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Please fill out the short form below followed by sending an email to RisingStarDanceCompany@yahoo.com with the following:
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- Resume with references
- Current headshot
- Cover letter - In your cover letter please state why you would be a fantastic addition to Rising Star Dance Company, and your overall career goals.
- Weekly availability as of July
*In the email subject please say "(Preferred city, Temecula or San Diego) Dance Teacher Applicant - (your name)"
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Thank You! I am looking forward to hearing from you! Joining the Rising Star Dance family will be a one of a kind experience
Amanda Brown