Dance Instructor

Dance Instructor

Salary

$17.92 Hourly

Location

Harrisonburg, VA

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

6414 - (June 2026)

Department

Parks & Recreation

Opening Date

06/09/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
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Description

Harrisonburgs Parks and Recreation Department is accepting applications for a creative Dance Instructor who can help the Dance Program continue to meet its mission of providing a supportive recreational environment through student-centered lessons and choreography.

The Dance Instructor is a part-time position (no benefits) and a preferred hiring rate of $17.92 per hour; however, an exact salary will be dependent upon the selected candidates qualifications/experience and in compliance with City policy. The ideal candidate will have prior experience teaching dance styles of ballet, tap, jazz, and modern to individuals who may have varying experience levels.

As a Dance Instructor, youll:

• Plan, implement and instruct a beginner - advanced dance class with specific outcomes;
• Prepare the facility space and materials/equipment needed for the class;
• Instruct participants of varying ages and abilities;
• Communicate information to participants regarding the class;
• Motivate all class participants to accomplish program and personal goals;
• Assist with the cleaning and maintaining of facility and equipment;
• Prepare and maintain files and records.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior experience programming, planning, and leading dance classes preferred.
• Prior experience in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern/Lyrical, Hip-Hop, or other dance style preferred.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification required at time of hire or within three (3) months of hire date.
• Availability to teach several classes a week. Classes take place Monday through Friday from 4:00pm - 8:45pm and Saturday mornings.
• Click here to view the physical requirements of this position.

The selected candidate for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:

• Drug screen; and
• Criminal background check.

Supplemental Information

To Apply: In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 06/09/2026)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including 15.5 observed holidays. More information on available benefits is listed on the Citys website.

01

What is your highest level of education?

• Less than 8th Grade
• Completed 8th Grade
• Attended High School
• High School Graduate
• GED
• Attend College
• College Graduate
• Attended Graduate School
• Masters Degree
• Graduate study beyond Masters
• Ph.D. or professional degree

02

Do you have prior experience programming, planning, and leading dance classes?

• Yes
• No

03

Which dance styles do you have experience in? Please select all that apply.

• Ballet
• Tap
• Jazz
• Modern/Lyrical
• Hip-Hop
• Other
• None of the Above

04

If you selected "Other" as your response to question 3 above, please list the dance style(s) below.

05

Which of the following certifications do you currently possess? Please select all that apply.

• CPR
• First Aid
• AED
• None of the Above

06

Are you available to work several times a week between 4:00pm - 8:45pm Mondays - Fridays or Saturday mornings? The exact dates vary each year based upon the activity guide schedule.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Harrisonburg

Address 409 South Main Street

Third Floor

Harrisonburg, Virginia, 22801

Phone 540.432.8920

540.432.7796

Website https://www.harrisonburgva.gov/employment