Dance Instructor Job at Shining Stars Dance Academy, Chesapeake, VA

  • Shining Stars Dance Academy
  • Chesapeake, VA

Job Description

Benefits:

Employee discounts

Dance Instructor – 2026–2027 Season

Shining Stars Dance Academy is seeking an enthusiastic, reliable, and versatile Dance Instructor to join our growing team for the 2026–2027 season beginning September 14, 2026.

We are looking for an instructor who is energetic, engaging, confident in the classroom, and passionate about providing high-quality dance education in a positive, supportive, and non-competitive environment.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a versatile instructor with experience teaching Acro, Tap, Jazz, and/or Ballet. Candidates do not need to teach every style listed, and we encourage instructors with strengths in one or more of these areas to apply.

Intermediate to advanced Tap experience is especially desirable.

Acrobatic Arts certification is a plus, but not required.

Opportunities may include:

Lead teaching positions

Assistant teaching positions

Substitute teaching

Technique classes

Additional classes and responsibilities as our programs continue to grow

Special events, performances, competitions, and other studio opportunities

Qualifications

Prior experience teaching dance in a studio setting preferred

Strong knowledge of one or more of the following: Acro, Tap, Jazz, and Ballet

Intermediate to advanced Tap experience strongly preferred

Strong classroom management and age-appropriate teaching skills

Ability to create an engaging, structured, and encouraging classroom environment

Professional, dependable, punctual, and organized

Strong communication skills with students, parents, and fellow staff members

Willingness to collaborate as part of a supportive teaching team

Passion for helping dancers build confidence, technique, and a lifelong love of dance

Ability to commit to and complete the 2026–2027 school-year season

About Shining Stars Dance Academy

Shining Stars Dance Academy provides dance education for students 18 months through adult in a welcoming, supportive, and non-competitive environment.

Our programs include Acro, Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Modern, and more. Classes are offered Monday through Saturday, with an emphasis on strong technique, age-appropriate instruction, confidence, personal growth, and creating a positive studio experience for every dancer.

Our 2026–2027 season begins September 14, 2026, in our new studio location in Chesapeake, Virginia.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience, education, certifications, and position

Additional compensation opportunities, including administrative work, special events, recitals, competitions, and other studio needs

Professional development and growth opportunities

Opportunities for increased teaching and leadership responsibilities

Supportive, collaborative studio environment

We are looking for instructors who want to become a meaningful part of our studio community and grow alongside our dancers and programs.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief introduction outlining their dance and teaching experience.

To learn more about Shining Stars Dance Academy and our programs, visit our website.

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