Contemporary Dance Teacher

Summary:

Join a school as a Contemporary Dance Teacher and shape the future of dance education.

About the School:

A school with a strong focus on dance education, offering high-quality training in a supportive and inspiring environment. It is known for its commitment to student welfare, excellence in teaching, and a vibrant, inclusive community.

The Opportunity:

As a Contemporary Dance Teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping the next generation of dancers. You will deliver high-quality contemporary dance instruction, focusing on techniques such as Release, Limón, and Cunningham, while supporting students in developing their technical, artistic, and professional skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality contemporary dance training using Release, Limón, and Cunningham techniques.
• Support students in developing technical excellence, physical conditioning, and musicality.
• Foster creative problem-solving, choreographic development, and ensemble collaboration.
• Participate in student support, choreography, rehearsals, and performance preparation.
• Promote safe, inclusive, and inspiring teaching environments.
• Engage with current industry practices and contribute to the school's artistic vision.
• Provide pastoral care and help students build resilience, confidence, and artistic identity.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Experienced teacher of contemporary dance with a strong professional background.
• Skilled in floorwork, contact work, improvisation, and dynamic movement vocabulary.
• Passionate about developing young talent through safe, inclusive, and inspiring teaching.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to deliver high-quality dance training in a supportive environment.

Preferred

• Experience with commercial or culturally diverse dance styles.
• Recognised teaching qualification.
• Engagement with current industry practices and commitment to lifelong learning.
• Experience in choreography, performance preparation, and student support.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of £39.02.
• Staff wellbeing at the heart of what the school does – with support for work-life balance.
• Complimentary lunch during working hours (term time).
• Free on-site parking and access to a gym.