Dance Instructor

Dance InstructorLocation/Onsite: Hanover, MAOur client, a leading ballroom dance studio, is looking for a Dance Instructor to join their team in Hanover, working in person alongside a tight-knit crew of coaches.Do you light up a room with energy and enthusiasm? Do you enjoy taking the lead, demonstrating movement, and helping others learn through hands-on instruction? Do you have at least a year of dance experience and a passion for working with people? If you're nodding along, this could be your next great gig.Ballroom experience is preferred, and candidates should be comfortable confidently demonstrating traditional lead-and-follow techniques, including the lead role in partner dancing.The Perks!Pay: $16.25/hourly, commensurate with experience~6 months (25–30 lessons): $30–$35 per 45-min session+ bonus opportunities and competition winnings401(k) + 4% matchingHealth insurance with employer covering 50% of costsPaid holidaysContinuing Education Real room to grow within the companyA Day in the Life of a Dance InstructorYou'll lead private and group dance classes throughout the week, guiding students on everything from a single event to a lifelong dance journey. You'll also show up for evening and weekend events, parties, and competitions that bring the studio community together. This role is about connection. You'll meet people from all walks of life and play a real part in enriching their lives through dance. A major part of the role is demonstrating partner-dance technique from the lead position and helping students understand timing, connection, frame, footwork, and movement through hands-on instruction.Responsibilities include:Teaching private and group ballroom dance lessonsHelping students prepare for performances, parties, and competitionsAttending select weekday evening and weekend studio eventsSupporting students of all ages and skill levels in reaching their dance goalsWorking standard studio hours, Monday–Friday, 11:45 AM–8:45 PMRequirements and Qualifications:1+ years of teaching or performing dance professionally (ballroom experience preferred)Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate about danceOutstanding customer service and interpersonal skillsStrong physical fitness and endurance to perform the roleA team-player mindset with a positive, can-do attitudeOpen to coaching and feedback for continuous improvementAbout the Hiring Company:Our client is part of a globally recognized ballroom dance studio franchise with roots dating back to 1947, now spanning 180 locations and serving over 25,000 students worldwide. They're known for a warm, welcoming studio culture built on the belief that dance is for everybody.Come Join Our Dance Team!Start by filling out this 3-minute, mobile-friendly application here. We look forward to hearing from you!