Cleveland, OH, 44134
Job description
Teaching Artist – Social Dance & Youth Development Instructor
- Cleveland, OH + Travel Across Northeast Ohio
- $30–$35/hour | Part-Time | School Year Position
- Potential to Earn Up to $1,000 in Bonuses ($500 for Training Completion + $500 for Residency Completion)
Inspire Confidence. Build Community. Transform Lives Through Dance.
Are you enthusiastic about engaging with youth and using the arts to create a positive impact? Become part of a mission-focused team where dance serves as a medium for connection, self-confidence, cultural appreciation, and personal development.
In the role of Teaching Artist, you will collaborate directly with students in the 5th to 8th grades, guiding them in cultivating cooperation, respect, focus, and self-expression through the empowering practice of social dance. This position transcends merely instructing steps—it’s about fostering a secure, enjoyable environment in which students can flourish.
Whether your expertise lies in dance, theater, education, or the arts, this is a chance to infuse your enthusiasm, compassion, and leadership into schools throughout Northeast Ohio.
Your Responsibilities
- Facilitate engaging in-school dance residencies (10-week sessions, 2 days per week, totaling 20 sessions)
- Instruct foundational social dance techniques
- Establish a structured, affirmative, and inclusive classroom atmosphere
- Promote teamwork, self-assurance, and respectful dialogue among students
- Collaborate with educators, schools, and program personnel to enhance student achievement
Qualifications We’re Seeking
- A true passion for working with young individuals aged 10–13
- Experience in dance, theater, performing arts, education, or youth programs
- Excellent communication capabilities and a confident presence in the classroom
- Capable of managing classroom behavior with compassion and professionalism
- Reliable, adaptable, and dedicated to seeing through the full residency schedule
- Willingness to travel throughout Northeast Ohio (primarily within Cuyahoga County)
- Access to dependable transportation and timely communication via phone or email
- Ability to adhere to a professional dress code (no sneakers)
Additional Requirements
- Mandatory attendance at paid training (August 3-7, 2026)
- Successful completion of BCI & FBI background checks
Why Join Our Team?
- Competitive hourly wages
- Paid training and bonus opportunities
- Flexible part-time schedule during the academic year
- A supportive and passionate arts education community
- Work that makes a tangible difference in students’ lives
Ready to Create Change Through Dance?
Apply now and assist students in discovering confidence, connection, and joy—one step at a time.
STEMHUNTER is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity and affirmative action regulations.
