Dance Teacher

About the role

West Valley Dance Company is a premier dance studio with locations in San Jose, Willow Glen, and Mountain View, offering professional dance education for dancers of all ages and skill levels. As a subdivision of Action Day Schools, WVDC blends high-quality dance training with a deep commitment to child development, confidence building, and community. At West Valley Dance Company, dance is more than technique, it's about creativity, connection, and growth. Our studios provide a welcoming environment where dancers feel supported, families feel connected, and students develop valuable life skills such as commitment, respect, teamwork, and perseverance. We are currently seeking passionate and experienced part-time Dance Teachers to instruct our jazz, ballet, tap, and hip hop classes at our dance studios.

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive, encouraging classroom environment where every dancer can grow
• Inspire creativity, confidence, and teamwork through movement and performance
• Maintain strong communication with families and studio leadership
• Contribute to a positive studio culture rooted in passion, excellence, and community

Requirements

• Have a strong dance background and a genuine passion for both dance and teaching
• Experience working with children and students ages 18 months-18 years (preferred)
• Bring energy, creativity, and encouragement into every class
• Commitment to helping dancers develop both technical skills and confidence for life
• Communicate clearly and professionally with students, families, and team members
• Reliable, professional, and a collaborative team player
• Reliable transportation for travel between our Bay Area studio locations, and a desire to continue learning and growing

Pay

$25-40/hr. depending on individual experience, education and position requirements.

Schedule

Monday- Friday from 4:00- 8:00pm and Saturday from 9:00am- 1:00pm.

Benefits

• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay- including a paid holiday closure at the end of December!
• Medical, dental, and vision
• FSA
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Childcare/Private Education Tuition Discount

Benefits at our parent company, Action Day Schools.

At WVDC, it is our goal to enrich the lives of both you and your children!