What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Dance Instructor Woodland Fine Arts Academy (WFA) | Bradenton/Lakewood Ranch, FL position at Woodland Fine Arts Academy?
Woodland Fine Arts Academy is seeking a passionate, dependable, and collaborative Dance Instructor to join our Dance Department for the 2026–2027 season.
WFA is a Christ-centered fine arts academy committed to artistic excellence, character development, and fostering a lifelong love for the arts. We are looking for instructors who are invested in student growth, work well within a team environment, and are excited to contribute to a unified departmental vision.
Available Classes
Tuesdays
- Ballet & Creative Movement (Ages 3–5) | 5:30–6:15 PM
- Beginner Ballet | 6:30–7:25 PM
- Beginner Contemporary/Modern | 7:30–8:25 PM
Thursdays
- Beginner Jazz | 6:30–7:25 PM
- Intermediate Ballet | 7:30–8:25 PM
Applicants may be considered for all classes or a portion of the schedule based on qualifications and availability.
Responsibilities
- Plan and teach engaging, age-appropriate dance classes
- Provide quality technical instruction while creating a positive learning environment
- Foster student confidence, discipline, creativity, and artistry
- Follow department curriculum goals and class objectives
- Collaborate with department leadership and fellow instructors
- Receive and implement feedback professionally
- Prepare students for performances, showcases, and other academy events
- Maintain professionalism in communication, classroom management, and attendance
Qualifications
- Previous dance teaching experience required
- Strong training and teaching experience in Ballet
- Training and teaching experience in Jazz required for Jazz classes
- Training and teaching experience in Contemporary and/or Modern Dance required for Contemporary/Modern classes
- Experience teaching young children preferred
- Strong classroom management and communication skills
- Dependable, organized, and professional
- Teachable and receptive to feedback
- Ability to work within an established curriculum and department structure
- Collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to the growth of the department
- Alignment with WFA’s Christ-centered mission and values is preferred
Compensation
Competitive hourly pay based on experience and qualifications.
To Apply
Please fill out our application:
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We are excited to welcome instructors who are passionate about developing technically strong dancers while investing in the lives of students and families through the arts.
Job Type: Part-Time
Schedule: Tuesday and/or Thursday evenings
Location: Bradenton/Lakewood Ranch, Florida
*Preference will be given to candidates with formal dance training, experience teaching within a structured curriculum, and a desire to grow as part of a collaborative department team.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 - $29.82 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $30