Dance Instructor

Share your passion for dance-join our team as a Sterling Stars Dance Instructor!

The City of Sterling Heights Parks & Recreation Department is looking for a talented and enthusiastic Dance Instructor to lead dance classes for youth and adults. If you have a strong dance background and love inspiring others, this is your chance to shine amongst our Sterling Stars!

• Competitive Pay: $20.50-$21.50/hour (based on experience)
• Flexible Hours: Evening classes held during the week and Saturday mornings
• Employee Bonuses and Holiday/Sunday Premiums
• Be part of a premiere dance program and teach in our state-of-the-art dance studios

Job Responsibilities

• Teach multiple dance genres, including jazz, hip hop, ballet, tap, pom, contemporary and lyrical
• Inspire and lead students from September through April, culminating in an exciting recital in May
• Collaborate with the Parks & Recreation team to ensure a positive experience for all participants
• Opportunities to assist with summer dance camps and Sterling Christmas event

We are looking for an instructor to join us for the 2025-2026 dance season but are excited for you to start training and assisting with the conclusion of our 2025 season and recital.

Minimum Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Strong dance background.
• Experience working with children is required; teaching experience is preferred.
• Must pass a background check and obtain CPR, First Aid & Concussion training. CPR & First Aid training dates will be made available through the Sterling Heights Fire Department upon employment.

Applications must be submitted by Friday, February 28, 2025.

If you have questions, visit the Parks & Recreation office at 40250 Dodge Park Road or call (586) 446-2700.

EOE/M/F/D