Become a Dance Church Teacher

Bring the joy and release of dance to your community. With three different models to become a trained teacher, we’re seeking practicing dance artists who are community-driven, entrepreneurial, and excited to grow Dance Church in cities across the country:

Flagship Apply now → Teach in NYC, Seattle, Portland, Los Angeles City-Managed Apply now → All other cities where classes are happening Self-Led Apply now → Bring Dance Church to a new location

work in harmony with your time and artistry

What to Expect

Once you’ve submitted your application, we’ll reach out within two weeks. Those who qualify will be invited to a one-hour screening call — we look forward to hearing from you :)

grow your community

Locations

New York, Seattle, Portland, Los Angeles

New cities and/or markets where Dance Church doesn't already exist

Self-led cities where growth is underway

Community

Well-established, robust communities with multiple teachers leading weekly classes

New markets where entrepreneurial dance artists are excited about starting a Dance Church community

Part of the Dance Church teacher community

Scheduling

Managed by Dance Church Central Programming team based on teacher availability and programming needs

Set their own schedule, responsible for setting up venues for classes

Handled by a City Manager who is also a practicing teacher in the city.

Shift Requirements

Guaranteed at least 1 Teaching shift and 1 Support Role shift every month.
*Must be available for at least two classes per month for the first 6 months after hire

Must be willing to teach 1x a week

Must be willing to teach 1x per week

Pop-Up Classes

Can teach pop-up classes while traveling and on tour

Compensation

Flagship Teachers are W2 employees and are paid as follows:

$40/hour for the first 10 classes
$45/hour for the second 10 classes taught
$50/hour after 20 classes taught

Support Role

Teachers are paid minimum wage for required training and setup, and ongoing $20/hour for other required work outside of classes
No reimbursement for travel

Self-led Teachers are W2 employees and are paid as follows:

$60/class with up to 20 paying takers
$100/class + $3 per paying class taker for classes with over 20 paying attendees
Venue expenses: $75-$100/class
Teachers are paid minimum wage for required training and setup, and ongoing $20/hour for other required work outside of classes
No reimbursement for travel or venue equipment

CM Teachers are W2 employees and are paid as follows:

$60/class for classes with fewer than 20 paying takers
$100/class + per head payout for classes with more than 20 paying takers
Per head payout pooled among all teachers in a CM city: $1/head (first 10 classes), $2/head (10-20 classes), $3/head (over 20 classes)
Teachers are paid minimum wage for required training and setup, and ongoing $20/hour for other required work outside of classes
No reimbursement for travel

Training & Support

Receive in-depth training and ongoing support for class structure, music curation, community-building, marketing, technology

Equipment

Necessary equipment provided: AV adaptor, sweat towel, Aesop spray, monthly Spotify account