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Opening for Summer 2025 Season & 2025-2026 Season Dance Teachers (all levels and styles) Dance Connection is seeking to expand its faculty for its classes for upcoming seasons. Our performing arts ...

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How much do summer dancer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer dancer in the United States is $17.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer dancer?

A Summer Dancer is a seasonal performer who entertains audiences at events, festivals, resorts, or theme parks during the summer months. Responsibilities typically include choreographed performances, interactive entertainment, and possibly teaching dance workshops. The role requires strong dance skills, stamina, and the ability to engage with audiences. Some positions may also involve costume work or collaborating with other performers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer dancer?

To thrive as a Summer Dancer, you need strong dance technique, physical stamina, and experience in various dance styles, often supported by participation in dance workshops or training programs. Familiarity with sound systems, stage equipment, and occasionally certification in dance instruction or choreography is beneficial. Creativity, teamwork, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills help dancers connect with audiences and collaborate with other performers. These skills are vital for delivering engaging performances and ensuring smooth productions in dynamic and often outdoor summer environments.

What does a typical work schedule look like for a summer dancer?

A Summer Dancer's work schedule can vary widely depending on the employer and type of event, but most roles involve rehearsals during the day and performances in the evenings or on weekends. Dancers may perform at festivals, amusement parks, resorts, or outdoor venues, which often means working non-traditional hours, including holidays. Team-based rehearsals and collaboration with choreographers, musicians, and other performers are common, fostering a supportive and creative environment. Flexibility is important, as schedules may adapt based on weather, touring requirements, or special events.

How to get hired as a summer dancer?

To get hired as a summer dancer, applicants should have strong dance skills, relevant experience, and often need to audition or submit a portfolio. Many positions require a background in dance styles such as ballet, jazz, or contemporary, and some employers may prefer candidates with teaching or performance experience. Being available for the summer season and demonstrating enthusiasm and professionalism can improve chances of employment.

What are entry level summer dancer jobs?

Entry-level summer dancer jobs typically include positions such as camp dance instructors, entertainment performers at resorts, or assistant dancers in local productions. These roles often require basic dance skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work with diverse audiences, with some positions offering training or certification opportunities. Scheduling is usually seasonal, aligned with summer programs or events.

What jobs can I do as a summer dancer?

Summer dancers can find jobs such as performing at summer camps, festivals, or events, often as part of dance troupes or entertainment teams. These roles typically require strong dance skills, the ability to perform in front of audiences, and sometimes specific certifications or training in dance styles. Opportunities may also include teaching dance classes or leading workshops during the summer season.
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Infographic showing various Summer Dancer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 31% Full Time, 59% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,434 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

Coordinator, Dance Division

The Tianjin Juilliard School

Manhattan, NY โ€ข Hybrid

$57K - $59K/yr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

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The Dance Division Coordinator is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the events, meetings, and projects in the Dance Division in collaboration with the Division's Directors. This role will also serve a primary contact for some departments within the institution for the Dance Division events as well as execute the Summer Dance Intensive and Juilliard Dance Experience Days.ย 

The role reports to the Administrative Director.ย 

The hours are typically 9:00am-5:00pm Mon-Fri, some evenings & weekends may be required. Hybrid work may be possible as confirmed with the Administrative Director.ย 

The salary for this role is $57,000-$59,000 per year. The start date for this role will be August 2026.ย 

Working at Juilliard

Founded in 1905, The Juilliard School is a world leader in performing arts education. The school's mission is to provide the highest caliber of artistic education for gifted musicians, dancers, and actors from around the world so that they may achieve their fullest potential as artists, leaders, and global citizens.

Excellence and professionalism are important guides in how we go about our work, but we also connect to the mission as individuals in the workplace. We thrive because of our variety of backgrounds and our ability to be open and honest, and we also thrive because we enjoy each other's company. We believe that each employee has the responsibility to help shape the Juilliard organizational culture, and we provide opportunities to participate in team-building throughout the year. Our organizational values focus on community and culture.

We encourage you to read more about how we achieve our mission on our website, juilliard.edu.


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Role Responsibilities:

  • Serves as primary point of contact for the Dance Division with Alumni Affairs, including research and writing of the alumni news for the Juilliard Journal, alumni e-newsletters, alumni Facebook group posting ideas, and keeping current the list of dance graduates professional roles
  • Liaises with Box Office and the Concert Office to oversee dance concert ticket reservations and seating for students, faculty, choreographers, and VIPs
  • ย Manages RSVPs for student Choreographic Workshops and assigns student choreographers with faculty for feedback as requested
  • Compiles concert program information for major Division concerts
  • Organizes and executes Divisional Events such as event nights and cast parties, including submission of catering orders, room reservations, set up memos, alcohol monitoring, sending invitations, etc.ย 
  • Provides on-site or planning support for events which include dance division students, including Juilliard member events ย  ย 
  • Liaises with Office of Community Engagement and Division's Directors to execute Community Engagement performancesย 
  • Executes the Juilliard Dance Experience Days, including marketing plans, registration tracking and communication with participants, hirings, budget review, catering, and serves as primary contact for these eventsย 
  • Supports the Juilliard Summer Dance Intensive with facilitating the enrollment process for participants, planning and execution of outings and events, and day-to-day operations.ย 
  • With the Administrative Director, supports special projects as required
  • Other relevant duties and support of Dance Division Staff as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 2-3 years of professional administrative experience in an arts organization or higher education institution
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented organizational skills
  • Excellent written and verbal organizational skills
  • Ability to work evening and weekend events as neededย 
  • Understanding of the college environment and the ability to relate and respond to student, faculty, and guest artist concerns while working to further the mission & vision of the Dean and Directorย 

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Preferred Background:

  • Experience with college-level dance strongly preferred.ย 

ย Why Work for Juilliard?

At Juilliard, you don't just work in the arts-you're immersed in them.

  • Exclusive access to world-class performances - As a Juilliard employee, enjoy complimentary admission to all Juilliard performances and experience extraordinary talent up close in the building where you work.
  • One of NYC's premier cultural hubs - Located at Lincoln Center, you'll benefit from significant day-of ticket discounts to performances across our renowned partner organizations.
  • Support for your long-term goals - Juilliard contributes to your 403(b) helping you plan confidently for the future.
  • Generous Time-Off - We offer a generous paid time-off policy, plus a winter break and Summer Fridays to help you rest and stay energized.
  • Continue learning and growing - Full-time staff are eligible for tuition remission for Juilliard Extension classes, offering a unique opportunity to develop new skills or deepen your connection to the arts.
  • A high-performing, mission-driven environment - Collaborate with dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence, innovation, and advancing the performing arts.
  • A workplace grounded in respect and connection - Be part of a community where people support one another, value diverse perspectives, and contribute to a welcoming and engaged workplace.

Make your career part of something extraordinary.

Nondiscrimination Policy:

The Juilliard School is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its relations with its faculty, staff, students, and other members of the Juilliard community, and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, alienage, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, partnership status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This nondiscrimination policy covers, but is not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, benefits, rates of pay and other forms of compensation as well as student admission, access, and treatment in school programs and activities.