compensation:
$25 - $45/Hr DOE
employment type:
employee's choice
experience level:
no experience required
job title:
Dance Instructor
COMPANY OVERVIEW Slow Fox Dance Halls are dynamic, community-driven dance studios and event venues for adults and teens across the northern Bay Area. At Slow Fox, we believe that anyone, from any background, can benefit from the skills and confidence that dance provides. We specialize in partnered dances — including social styles like salsa, tango, country, and swing, as well as more technical ballroom forms such as waltz, rumba, and foxtrot. Beyond the dance floor, we focus on helping our students develop leadership, presence, and connection through movement. Our studios actively promote dance in the community through performances, parties, competitions, and other high-energy events, and we create tailored programs to help each dancer meet their personal goals. Slow Fox is a people-first company where building strong relationships and fostering an inspiring, supportive atmosphere are at the heart of everything we do. JOB OVERVIEW Paid Part-Time Training, with opportunity for Part- or Full-Time Position As an Instructor-in-Training at Slow Fox, you will be enrolled in a paid 2-8 week Instructor Training Program designed to build your leadership, communication, and technical skills as a member of the Slow Fox Team. You will learn how to lead private and group dance lessons, how to read and adapt to different learning styles, and how to motivate and coach new dancers. The program includes mastery of the Slow Fox Dance 101 syllabus, as well as all Moves and Figures from our Level 1 Salsa, Club Hustle, and Bachata Syllabi. You will also develop advanced coaching and student management techniques, studying principles of motivation, leadership psychology, and four distinct teaching styles used to engage and inspire a wide range of personalities. Upon completion of the program, you will take your Teacher Certification Exam, qualifying you for upgraded hours and pay — and preparing you for continued growth within the company. If you are physically active, motivated by skill development, value teamwork and leadership, and thrive in a high-energy environment where you can make a visible, positive impact, we want to hear from you. QUALIFICATIONS • Enjoy working with people and helping them build skills and achieve personal goals • Comfortable leading and being physically active for extended periods • Interested in the psychology of coaching and motivating different learning styles and personality types • Upbeat, energetic, and driven to continuously improve and take on new challenges • Background in one or more musical or physical disciplines (sports, martial arts, dance, music, singing, running, construction, gymnastics, fencing, fitness training, etc.) • Learn quickly and retain well • Flexible and adaptable to changing client needs, team priorities, and event schedules • Available to work evenings and/or weekends, as needed • Ballroom or social dance experience a plus, but not required • Spanish/English bilingual a plus, but not required INSTRUCTOR TRAINING CLASS RESPONSIBILITIES • Attend and actively participate in Instructor Training Class (approximately 3 days–10 hours/week, split between dance training and teaching training) • Learn and understand the basics of Google Calendar, Spotify, Google Drive, and Dropbox • Task sessions based around basic studio cleaning and organization • Paid at $16/Hr JUNIOR INSTRUCTOR RESPONSIBILITIES (upon graduation of Instructor Training Class): • Work 4-8 hour shifts teaching new students on introductory programs and Level 1 group classes, creating lesson plans, basic studio cleaning and organization, and continuing your own training • Participate in events with students, including performances, social dancing, and in-studio recitals • Participate and engage in weekly team meetings and staff trainings • Shadow lessons and assist in senior instructor classes • Work under senior instructors to continue development of your own dance skills • Additional study time provided to learn Slow Fox social syllabi and to further your dance knowledge within both social and ballroom dance • Paid at $25 - $45/Hr DOE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Slow Fox offers a competitive salary, flexible schedule, and inspiring work environment, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. Pay offered is based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Total compensation of an instructor includes a base salary and commission based on success and productivity within the company. If you are a charismatic, physically active individual used to working on your feet and interacting professionally directly with clients, and if you enjoy creating a daily positive impact, we invite you to apply. To apply, please submit your resume and a short cover letter. Learn More at www.SlowFoxDanceHall.com 🔗
