Dance & Movement Artists During School Hours

Dance & Movement instructors, During-school:

Starting Arts is looking for experienced and enthusiastic Dance and/or Movement instructors to

work in our during-school arts education programs in the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. Ideal

candidates are comfortable working with students in grades TK-5th grade.

Teaching experience is required, however, a teacher credential is not required.

This is a part-time position. Commuting is required, and therefore reliable

transportation is necessary. Artists work between 2-5 days per week, providing flexibility with

additional work or academic schedules. Our next during school rotation begins in mid October

with on boarding and training beginning in early October.

Required Qualifications - A successful candidate has:

Minimum of 2 years teaching experience, preferably with groups of 20 or more students
Understanding or willingness to understand the California Visual and Performing Arts
Standards (VAPA)

Experience creating and implementing lesson plans
Clear communication skills; ability to respond to emails with SA program directors and
school administration in a timely manner

Ability to demonstrate instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners
Experience in teaching neurodivergent and physically challenged students is a plus
Ability to organize age appropriate activities for the purpose of ensuring student
engagement and participation

Ability to manage student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning
environment

Dependable means of transportation
Proof of TB test/Assessment
We are also looking for someone who is:

Punctual, organized, and adaptable to classroom environments
A diplomatic, clear, and effective communicator and has the ability to work collaboratively
and cooperatively

Knowledgeable of south bay traffic patterns and has reliable transportation.

Compensation is dependent upon experience.