Advanced Ballet Dance Instructor

Advanced Ballet Dance Instructor

Job Posting Closing Date:

05/19

Provo Citys Covey Center for the Arts is seeking qualified Dance Instructors to join our team beginning with our Summer 2026 semester!

The Covey Center provides a variety of classes for all ages. The mission of our program is to offer non-competitive quality classes for the community at an affordable price. Our classes are a wonderful introduction to dance for children who may want to move on to a studio later or for families who are seeking an alternative to studios altogether. We believe its never too late to start! Our adult classes welcome all skill levels whether you are trying class for the first time or would like to get back into it.

Job Details

What is the compensation

Pay Rate: Starting at $15.00 per hour

Part-time Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k 457 Roth IRA and/or Traditional IRA) and receive the following perks: a) free admission to the Provo Recreation Center Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating and Provo Shooting Sports Park; b) a free Provo City Library Card; c) a 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only); and d) discounts from various local and national vendors.

What are the main duties

• Create dance lesson plans that balance creativity and technique.

• Teach dance classes to a group of students ranging from 18 months to adult.

• Collaborate with the program director to plan music selection costumes and performances.

• Choreograph dances for performances.

• Perform other related duties in support of the dance program as instructed by the program director.

What do I need to apply

• Sufficient experience with teaching and choreographing dance to demonstrate an ability to perform the duties of the position.

What are the hours

Dance instructors generally teach 2-5 hours per week depending on teacher preference and availability. This is a part-time regular position with new semesters introducing new classes. Hired employees are invited to stay on between semesters and teach new classes. Dance classes are typically held Monday through Thursday in semester-long increments. New hires will begin their assignment in the Summer 2026 Semester.

Summer 2026 Semester Classes (May 26-August 13)

• Thursday evenings 8:00a - 1:00p (Adult Advanced Ballet Intermediate Pointe)

(Qualified applicants may be invited to teach more than one class.)

Applicants that teach other styles of dance are welcome to apply. Please let us know if you specialize in something we do not currently offer!Contact our Dance Studio Coordinator Elizabeth Crandall () with any questions.

What is the selection process

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted with the first screening to be held on May 20 2026. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City

By planning growth thoughtfully and managing resources responsibly we maintain a future for Provo that is vibrant connected and welcoming for families students seniors and business for generations to come. All of this makes Provo well-managed friendly economically vibrant and livable for people at all stages of life. Visit to learn more!

Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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