Ballet/Tap Teaching Artist

Reports to: Dance Education SpecialistClassification: ContractorCompensation: $40 per hourLocation: Encanto (1300 N Escondido, Escondido, CA 92026)Schedule: 2-4 hours weekly, 1-2 days a week (depending on experience)OVERVIEWHeartbeat Music & Performing Arts Academy is seeking a dynamic and passionate Dance Teaching Artist to join our Preschool 4 The Arts Program, with a focus on Ballet and Tap This vital role is perfect for a multi-talented educator who thrives in a creative, collaborative, and inclusive environment and has experience working with preschool-aged children.You will inspire and nurture young learners through engaging and developmentally appropriate classes that foster movement, rhythm, discipline, coordination, musicality, and creativity. More than just a teaching role, this position is about igniting a lifelong love for the arts and promoting holistic development in our students through Ballet and Tap. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:● Develop and implement age—and level-appropriate lesson plans and curricula for ballet and tapfor preschool-aged children.● Lead engaging and structured classes that are educational, fun, and safe, focusing onfoundational skills such as movement, rhythm, strength, balance, musicality, and creativeexpression.● Create a positive, inclusive, and nurturing classroom culture that supports each child’slearning and self-esteem.● Monitor and assess student progress; provide constructive feedback to students andcommunicate with parents/guardians as appropriate.● Prepare students for seasonal performances, evaluations, and showcases, includingchoreography, rehearsal planning, and costume coordination.● Collaborate closely with the Dance Education Specialist, fellow teaching artists,administrative staff, and volunteers to foster a team-based learning environment.● Stay current with best practices in early childhood arts education and participate inprofessional development opportunities.● Support program activities beyond class instruction, including meetings, performances, andspecial events as needed.QUALIFICATIONS:● Bachelor’s degree in dance, dance education, kinesiology, child development, physicaleducation, or a related performing arts or health science field (equivalent experience will beconsidered).● Minimum 3 years of teaching experience in at least two of the following: ballet and tap with a preference for candidates experienced in all three disciplines and working with preschool-aged children.● Strong technical proficiency in the relevant dance forms.● Demonstrated excellence in communication—written, verbal, and interpersonal—and aprofessional, positive work ethic.● Passion for nurturing creativity and movement in young children in an engaging andage-appropriate way.● Strong classroom management, organization, and time-management skills.● Commitment to reliability, punctuality, and clear communication regarding scheduling andattendance.● Cross-cultural competency and the ability to work in a diverse community.REQUIREMENTS:● Transportation:     ○ Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license or state ID.● Clearances:     ○ Clear background check and fingerprinting live scan.     ○ Proof of negative TB test results.● Certifications:    ○ First AID/CPR● Others:    ○ Ability to lift or carry 20-50 lbs, on an occasional basis.COMMITMENT:● Up to 250 days per fiscal year based on funding awarded by the California Department ofEducation (Title 5 funding).● Includes participation in program meetings, staff training, special events, and studentshowcases.APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants are welcome to submit performance or experience links via email to recruiting@hbmpaa.org