Senior Dance Instructor

Senior Dance Instructor

Job Summary

Prepare and teach classical ballet classes from toddler to adult, guiding students toward professional dance careers. Lead and mentor junior instructors, develop lesson plans, create choreography, and support student growth through exams and performances.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach engaging classical ballet classes for students aged toddler to adult to develop their dance skills and career readiness
• Lead and mentor junior dance instructors to enhance their teaching and management capabilities
• Plan, prepare, and deliver detailed lesson plans and syllabi aligned with professional standards
• Conduct teachers’ meetings to communicate syllabus updates and teaching strategies
• Demonstrate and explain proper ballet techniques to ensure student understanding and safety
• Connect with students to capture their attention and deliver clear, concise, and effective instruction
• Identify individual student needs and support their dance potential development
• Prepare students for annual dance examinations to meet professional benchmarks
• Attend professional development programs to update teaching methods and curriculum knowledge
• Work independently and proactively to achieve teaching goals and foster a positive learning environment
• Maintain a professional image in dress and demeanor at all times
• Organize and conduct the yearly open house event to showcase the school’s programs
• Participate in school events such as dance workshops and master classes to enrich student experience
• Create choreography for the annual student production, including music selection and costume coordination
• Reflect on teaching practices, set improvement goals, receive feedback, and implement new strategies to enhance student achievement

Required competencies and certifications

• Minimum RAD Advanced 2 Certificate of Achievement or Dance Diploma with teaching or professional performing experience
• Minimum 3 years of teaching experience in the RAD syllabus
• Possess at least a Dance Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in any field

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• CBTS (RAD) certification
• Dance Degree qualifications and professional performing experience

Other Information

Please submit Cover letter, Resume and Dance Profile to: [email protected]