Dance Instructor – Pre-Ballet and Musical Theatre Choreography

Job overview

The Dance Instructor – Pre-Ballet and Musical Theatre Choreography role is onsite in Jenison, MI, and pays $25–$30 per hour. The Academy of Music is expanding its offerings to include pre-ballet classes and musical theatre choreography. The instructor teaches beginner dance to young children and supports their development through dance technique, choreography, and positive classroom experiences. The position also includes choreography and blocking for shows, student showcases, and communication with students and parents.

What you'll do

• Teach beginner ballet to children ages 3–7 in group settings
• prepare and participate in choreography for shows, including planning sequences and blocking
• use provided weekly pre-ballet lesson plans, music, games, and activities
• maintain a clean and safe environment
• participate in student showcases
• communicate with students and parents.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dance instructor

pre-ballet

musical theatre choreography

jenison mi

academy of music

part-time

$25–$30/hour

beginner ballet

children ages 3–7

group classes

student showcases

choreography

after-school or early evenings

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Part-time role; after-school or early-evening classes, with Tuesday or Friday preferred; beginning November 2026; substitute teaching is also part of the opportunity.

About the employer

Academy of Music is hiring for this role. Industry: Fine Arts Schools. Sector: 61.