Preschool Dance Teacher

A rapidly growing, established dance studio in Richmond, VA is seeking a preschool dance instructor who have a desire and passion for educating and instructing children age 18mos to 6 years to serve on their team for the  dance season.

Perfect opportunity for a candidate looking for part-time, fun, inspiration work during the week in a thriving team environment.

Crossroads Irish Dance offers an energetic environment with inspiring instruction that gives dancers the opportunity to have fun and develop a love of Irish dance, music, and culture. Our studio values community, professionalism, integrity, empath, creativity, excellence, trust, and fun.

The Crossroads Education Team is the driving force behind the learning, development, and leadership of our dancers. Our teachers are empowered to determine the artistic and creative direction for their classes and provide a strong foundation for our dancers.

We are committed to acclimating our new teachers into our studio and culture so they feel welcome.

• Our Jump’N Jig program is a preschool, introductory program focusing on creativity, gross motor skill development, self-confidence, imaginative play, and fun.
• It is very important to us, first and foremost, that candidates are familiar with working with this age group, are energetic, and have a passion for helping us create the best preschool program in our studio.
• We are seeking a candidate with at least 1 year of training in a creative dance, music or arts environment or other recreational activity working with children.
• NO formal training in Irish dance is needed.
• Any training and development with basic Irish dance techniques and skills will be provided upon hire by certified staff.

• This position would begin in August 26, 2024 with onboarding and training provided prior to this date.
• Contracts may be renewed each year for the new dance season.
• Classes for this age group are Monday-Friday between 4:40-5:45pm and Saturdays 9:00am-12:00pm.
• We will also occasionally run themed camps, so opportunities for more hours and growth.
• We strive to offer a work/life balance with our teachers as most of our staff go to school and work outside of the studio.
• Many of our teachers hold dual roles in the studio to be involved and increase their training.
• So candidates will have opportunities for advancement to move into other roles in the studio if possible in addition to teaching if they desire.

• This is a part time position with a starting hourly rate of $15, which is commensurate based on experience.
• Teachers are paid an hourly wage based on years of experience and training.
• We also provide additional compensation to teachers for attending events, any administrative tasks and bonus stipends.
• Discount and other perks also included.

• Our Preschool teachers must be able to work in an environment that can be loud and filled with the squeals and laughter of young children.
• Our Educators are team players who can work collaboratively with the leadership team of the studio, communicate effectively, and manage stressful situations with kindness, empathy, and love.
• We are looking for a clever, creative, tech-savvy, smart-working, driven and detail-oriented star to join our team.
• You’ll already be excellent and passionate about delivering outstanding education and service as well as being excited to work on administrative tasks.
• You’ll have outstanding attention to detail and a strong drive to provide an out of this world experience each and every class.

• Establishes and nurtures a fun, creative, safe, and welcoming environment.
• Make an effort to form a relationship with every student
• Follows and supports all processes and procedures for the studio.
• Creates a classroom environment that is fun and conducive to learning and appropriate to the developmental level of the students.
• Implements a variety of instructional techniques and sources that meet the needs and capabilities of the student (s).
• Guides the learning process towards the achievement of curriculum goals and within the context of these goals, establishes clear objectives…