Dance Instructor

Dance Instructor

Job Posting Closing Date:

12/22

Provo City's Covey Center for the Arts is seeking qualified Dance Instructors to join our Spring 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 it's 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 Dance Studio Coordinator to plan music selection, costumes, and performances

• Choreograph dances for performances.

 

What do I need to apply?

• Experience with teaching a dance class and choreographing dances.

• 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! 

What are the hours and duration?

Spring 2026 Semester: Dance classes are typically held Monday through Thursday, in semester-long increments. Dance teachers often teach 2-5 hours per week, depending on teacher preference and availability. 

 

Semester Long Classes (January 12-May 2) 

·         Tuesday mornings, 10:30am-1:15pm (Elementary Homeschool Dance, Preschool Creative Movement, Preschool Performers) 

·         Thursday mornings, 10:30am-12:15pm (Thurs Parent/Child Movement, Preschool Ballet)  

 

Qualified applicants may be offered the position to teach one or more classes.

 

What is the selection process?

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening being held on December 23, 2025. 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.

 

Please contact our Dance Studio Coordinator Elizabeth Crandall (ecrandall@provo.org) with any questions.

 

 

Why Provo City?

Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. We were ranked the ‘Best Run City in America’ by WalletHub for 2025. Visit provo.gov to learn more!

 

Provo City is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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