Freelance Dance Teacher

Summary:

Freelance Dance Teacher opportunity with a school focused on innovation and inclusivity.

About the School:

A school committed to redefining education through creativity, inclusivity, and student-driven learning. It offers a unique opportunity to shape culture and curriculum from the ground up in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment.

The Opportunity:

As a Freelance Dance Teacher, you will deliver high-quality, engaging dance sessions for students of all abilities. This role is ideal for someone passionate about dance and committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging dance sessions for students across a range of ages and abilities
• Create a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment
• Adapt sessions to suit varying skill levels and programme requirements
• Support performances, showcases, and events where required
• Ensure all sessions align with quality standards and safeguarding requirements
• Maintain professional communication and relationships with students, parents, and school employees

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Relevant dance teaching qualification with over 2 years of experience in the teaching industry
• Experience working with children in a school or community setting
• Experience delivering multiple dance styles (e.g., ballet, contemporary, hip-hop, jazz, musical theatre, and drama)
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to deliver structured, engaging, and energetic sessions
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection best practices

Preferred

• RAD certified with experience delivering syllabus requirements and entering students for examinations

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications
• Flexible working hours, primarily after-school and/or weekends
• Opportunity to contribute to the development of a new school’s culture and curriculum
• Collaborative and innovative working environment
• Support for professional growth and development