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Employment Opportunities - Department of Dance

Join our team of highly motivated dance instructors who love what they do!

Coordinator of Dance Studies

Posted: July 21, 2021

The Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts has been providing the Greater New Orleans community with only the finest programs for the past 43 years.

As our dance program continues to expand, we are seeking a Dance Department Coordinator who is eager to share the love of Dance with students of all ages, oversee the dance department, create and enforce policies for the dance students and instructors, plan our yearly recitals and Christmas show, and coordinate with the director to create new and increase existing classes while facilitating growth in the department.

Details & Requirements

1.) Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience/training in dance or dance education.

2.) Ability to teach and create choreography for classes in Ballet, Hip Hop and Musical Theatre.

3.) Positive and outgoing personality with a true and deep desire to work with children and adults of all abilities.

4.) Able to create a fun and engaging classroom environment while fostering steady growth, progression and discipline.

5.) Excellent written and verbal communication and problem solving skills.

6.) Classroom teaching experience either in a private studio or elementary/high school school setting. Ability to teach 12-15 classes weekly, monitor and assess performance of all dance faculty, assist with all class promotions.

7.) A passion for the administrative/business side of running a large dance program including customer service, developing new programs/curriculum, holding monthly departmental meetings, planning recitals, managing costumes, creating annual goals, and planning for regular growth.

Salary & Benefits

Pay: $40,000-$50,000 annually awarded based on experience

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Vacation & Sick time
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Start Date/Location

    August 2, 2021 | Mandeville, LA

    Schedule

    This is a full time, salaried position 40 hours weekly, 12-15 classes per week (Mandeville and River Ridge campuses) with the remainder being administrative hours. Teaching/Office hours Monday-Thursday, Fridays off, Saturday mornings 3 classes.

    To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to hr@laapa.com addressed as below:
    Attention Human Resources: Coordinator of Dance Studies

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    Why Teach With LAAPA?

    Why should you consider teaching in our dance program? Learn more below:

    More About our Dance Faculty Positions

    As a dance teacher you have several different studios you can choose to teach in. If you have freedom to express your artistic style through your teaching, the main difference will be how the organization of the studio affects your satisfaction and ability to focus on your teaching.

    Here are just a few reason dance instructors in the Greater New Orleans area enjoy teaching with LAAPA:

  • Small class sizes

    We limit class sizes to make classes easier to control and monitor for teachers and to give more personalized attention to students. Our classes for ages 3-5 are limited to a maximum of 8 students per class. Our classes for ages 6 and up are limited to a maximum of 15 students per class.

  • Floating dance floors

    We use a professional floating dance floor in our studio. This dance floor helps prevent injuries and fatigue. A good quality floor is a consideration if you are going to be teaching for a few hours each day. A supportive quality floor allows you to protect your most important assets – your body and your ability to teach.

  • Ongoing training from the school directors

    With 1,500 + students enrolled at our school, the school directors have years of experience not only in education, but also in business. At our annual faculty meeting, we provide all of our instructors with the tools they need to be successful instructors who are able to keep their students longer - even during the summer! Many of our faculty members also present to share what has been successful with their students. At LAAPA, we thrive on the ability to work, learn and grow together as a team.

  • You're hired as a regular employee

    As a professional dancer, you're probably used to getting numerous 1099's at the end of each year. These 1099's can take a big hit out of your annual income due to the high cost of the self employment tax. Most dance studios in our area hire teachers as independent contractors to avoid paying their half of your social security and unemployment benefits. Even if you're currently teaching in your own studio, you are still paying the full cost of these benefits out of your own pocket. At LAAPA, you're hired as a regular employee and we contribute the full employer's share to your social security and unemployment benefits. Being hired as an employee is additionally helpful should you need to apply for home loans, car loans, etc.

  • Opportunities for Professional Growth and Performance

    Our Faculty additionally have access to our network of contacts from around the area regarding well paying performance opportunities. All Faculty additionally have the opportunity each year to perform in our Faculty Concert and receive a high quality audio/video recording.

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