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YMCA

Dance And Gymnastics Director

Wichita, KS · On-site

$17 - $23.75/hr

Under the direction of the Senior Program Director/Branch Director, the Dance Director will provide remarkable member experiences in the areas of dance by improving overall program quality. A 40-hour ...

Fred Astaire Dance Studios

Dance Instructor

Boise, ID · On-site

$16/hr

... direct control over what you earn, you will love a career with Fred Astaire! As a high-energy ... Fred Astaire Dance Studios ® is the leader in ballroom dance instruction across the country and ...

Fred Astaire Dance Studios

Dance Instructor

Boise, ID · On-site

$16/hr

... direct control over what you earn, you will love a career with Fred Astaire! As a high-energy ... Fred Astaire Dance Studios ® is the leader in ballroom dance instruction across the country and ...

Fred Astaire Dance Studios

Dance Professional

Boise, ID · On-site

$16/hr

... direct control over what you earn, you will love a career with Fred Astaire! As a high-energy ... Fred Astaire Dance Studios ® is the leader in ballroom dance instruction across the country and ...

Fred Astaire Dance Studios

Dance Professional

Boise, ID · On-site

$16/hr

... direct control over what you earn, you will love a career with Fred Astaire! As a high-energy ... Fred Astaire Dance Studios ® is the leader in ballroom dance instruction across the country and ...

Commonpoint Queens

$28.50/hr

Dance Instructor Dance Instructors are key members of the Health & Wellness team and will report to the Senior Director of Health & Wellness Department. The primary responsibilities include teaching ...

YMCA of Greater Kansas City

Dance Instructor

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$17.13 - $22.19/hr

Effectively communicate program information and student progress to the youth and/or arts director and members at each session. * Attend center and association dance staff training and meetings as ...

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How much do dance director jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for dance director in the United States is $71,970.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,500.00 and $89,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Dance Director do?

A Dance Director oversees the artistic vision, choreography, and overall direction of dance performances and programs. They work with dancers, instructors, and production teams to create and refine routines, ensuring high-quality performances. Responsibilities often include selecting music, designing choreography, managing rehearsals, and coordinating logistics for shows. Additionally, they may mentor dancers, hire staff, and collaborate with other artistic professionals. Their goal is to bring creative concepts to life while maintaining technical excellence and artistic integrity.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Dance Director?

A Dance Director’s daily responsibilities often include leading rehearsals, developing choreography, and collaborating with costume, lighting, and music specialists. They also oversee audition processes, provide constructive feedback to dancers, and coordinate schedules to ensure smooth production timelines. In addition, Dance Directors may be responsible for administrative duties such as budgeting, planning upcoming performances, and liaising with venue management. This blend of creative and organizational tasks ensures that dance productions meet artistic standards and run efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Dance Director position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Dance Director, you need expertise in dance technique, choreography, production planning, and a background in performing arts education or significant professional experience in dance. Familiarity with music editing software, stage management systems, and relevant teaching or safety certifications is often required. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills help a Dance Director collaborate effectively with dancers, staff, and creative teams. These abilities are crucial for ensuring high-quality performances, maintaining a positive rehearsal environment, and meeting production goals.

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Dance Ensemble Coordinator (Boston, MA)

Longwood Collective

Boston, MA • On-site

Part-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

The Colleges of the Fenway (COF) Dance Ensemble Coordinator is responsible for working with the Director of the COF Dance program to provide administrative support for a co-curricular dance program that serves close to 300 students from across the five member institutions: Emmanuel College, MCPHS, Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Simmons University and Wentworth Institute of Technology.
This is a part-time stipend position, approximately 6 hours/week, Mid-August through Early-May, stipend of $5,700.
1) Concert Production
  • Work with Director of Dance to plan show order
  • Organize and place costume orders, which includes keeping accurate records, troubleshooting credit card issues and distributing receipts to Director of Performing Arts
  • Attend technical, dress rehearsals, and performances
  • Act as backstage manager during the performances

2) Student Leadership E-board
  • Oversee E-board posts on Instagram, monitor daily for professionalism and accuracy
  • Work with E-board and Director of Performing Arts to plan and attend end-of-year student gala
  • Advise student E-board activities in partnership with the Dance Director and attend meetings at least once/semester. Support E-board as needed in activities which include fundraising, elections, and social media

3) Program Administration
  • Input classes and rehearsal time slots in Mindbody or other registration platform.
  • Provide feedback during student choreography feedback sessions.
  • Co-lead Composition and Pedagogy workshops for student choreographers.
  • Respond to each student choreographer with acceptance/rejection letters
  • Support the Director of Performing Arts in reporting/database management
  • Contribute content to website dance pages and maintain regular updates
  • Work closely with the Director of Performing Arts to oversee COF Dance accounting

4) Events
  • Working with Director of Performing Arts and Director of Dance, plan and attend Dance Conference
  • Other Events - attend Gala, Open House, Fall Semester Alumni Reception

5) Qualifications
  • 2-5 years of experience in concert production and promotion.
  • Highly organized and efficient.
  • Strong communications skills with the ability to adapt communication style to students, staff, parents and upper administrators as appropriate.
  • BA or equivalent degree or experience.
  • 1-3 years experience administering a college dance program or dance studio.

This is a part time position

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