Acro Dance Instructor - Leamington, Ontario
September 2026 – June 2027
Join Our Award-Winning Team!
Cassiah's Dance Company is looking for an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and inspiring Acro Instructor to join our faculty for the 2026–2027 dance season.
We are seeking an instructor who is passionate about developing strong, confident athletes while creating a fun, safe, and encouraging learning environment. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children of all ages and abilities and is committed to helping dancers reach their full potential.
Position Details
- Part-time position (1 or more evenings per week)
- September 2026 – June 2027
- Opportunity to teach recreational and competitive Acro classes
- Potential opportunities for semi-private and private lessons
- Competitive compensation based on experience
About Cassiah's Dance Company
Located in Leamington, Ontario, Cassiah's Dance Company is an award-winning studio dedicated to providing high-quality dance education in a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment.
Our mission is to inspire confidence, encourage personal growth, and help every dancer discover their full potential while fostering a lifelong love of dance.
Responsibilities
- Plan and teach engaging, age-appropriate Acro classes for students ages 3–18.
- Teach proper Acro technique with a strong emphasis on safety, correct progressions, and injury prevention.
- Instruct flexibility, strength, balance, conditioning, and tumbling skills appropriate to each dancer's level.
- Create a positive, motivating, and well-managed classroom environment.
- Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
- Collaborate with the studio director and faculty to support student development.
- Attend studio meetings, rehearsals, performances, and special events as required.
- Communicate professionally with families and studio staff.
Qualifications
We're looking for someone who has:
- Experience teaching Acro and/or Tumbling to children and youth.
- Strong knowledge of safe Acro progressions and proper spotting techniques.
- Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
- A positive attitude and a passion for mentoring young dancers.
- The ability to inspire confidence while maintaining high technical standards.
Preferred Qualifications
- Acrobatic Arts Certification (or equivalent) is considered an asset.
- Background in gymnastics, cheerleading, dance, or Acro.
- First Aid/CPR Certification is an asset.
- Experience working with both recreational and competitive dancers is preferred.
What We're Looking For
At Cassiah's Dance Company, we value instructors who are:
- Positive, encouraging, and professional
- Reliable and organized
- Team-oriented and collaborative
- Passionate about continued learning and growth
- Committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment where every child can succeed
If you are passionate about helping young dancers become stronger, more confident athletes while making a lasting impact in their lives, we'd love to hear from you!
To Apply
Please send your resume and a brief introduction outlining your experience to:
[email protected]
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $18.00-$30.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Leamington, ON N8H 2Z2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- Dance: 2 years (preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person
