Dance Instructor / Professional Dancer
📍 Location : Fred Astaire Dance Studios® - East Greenwich
💃 Join Our Growing Team!
Fred Astaire Dance Studios® - Warwick is excited to expand our team of professional dance instructors ! Whether you're an experienced dancer / instructor or completely new to the world of dance, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Why Join Us?
If you love :
Then a career with Fred Astaire Dance Studios - East Greenwich is for you!
About the Role
As a Dance Instructor , you’ll :
📅 Schedule : Regular studio hours + occasional evening and weekend events
Who We Are
Fred Astaire Dance Studios® Warwick is a leader in ballroom dance instruction worldwide! Founded in 1947, we now have 180 locations globally , serving over 25,000 students . We believe that dance is for everybody and every BODY , and we foster an inclusive, energetic, and welcoming environment.
What We Offer
✅ Comprehensive training – No dance experience? No problem! We provide professional training to help you succeed
✅ Career growth opportunities – Advancement into leadership roles, coaching, and competitions
✅ A supportive & fun team – Work in an environment that values kindness, warmth, and community
✅ Exciting events & competitions – We host over 35 national, inter-regional, and regional dance competitions annually
How to Apply
📩 If you’re ready to start an exciting career in dance , we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding and fun profession with Fred Astaire Dance Studios - East Greenwich.
Requirements
Our best instructors share these qualities :
✅ Passion for dance – Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and 100% committed to growth
✅ Exceptional customer service – Loves working with people of all ages
✅ Strong work ethic – Willing to put in the effort to be successful
✅ Accountability – Takes responsibility for their own progress
✅ Team-oriented – Works well with others and supports the studio’s success
✅ Coachable mindset – Open to feedback and eager to improve
✅ Positive attitude – Always sees the glass as half full
✅ Physical endurance – Maintains fitness to perform at a high level
Benefits
As a Fred Astaire Certified Dance Instructor , you can expect :
💃 A high-energy, fun-filled work environment!
💃 Opportunities to participate in and teach group / private lessons, performances, parties, and competitions
💃 The best initial and ongoing professional dance training in the country
💃 A robust and well-established curriculum to help guide student success
💃 Access to top-level national dance coaches to refine your skills
💃 Expert training programs to develop both dance and business skills
💃 Professional advancement at all levels, including studio ownership opportunities
💃 Opportunities to compete and earn championship titles and prize money (Pro & Pro-Am categories)
💃 Beautiful venues to perform with professionals and students
💃 Travel opportunities
Compensation & Benefits
💰 Salary commensurate with experience
💰 Multiple opportunities for bonuses
💰 Competition winnings
💼 Benefits include :
Requirements
Successful Dance Instructors :
Benefits
Fred Astaire Dance Studios® - East Greenwich, RI
Full-Time Positions Available
Join Our Growing Team!
No dance experience required! Fred Astaire Dance Studios® - East Greenwich is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team of professional dance instructors. Whether you have years of dance instruction experience or you're completely new to dance, we provide comprehensive training to help you succeed!
If you love interacting with people, staying active, helping others achieve their goals, and want control over your earning potential, a career with Fred Astaire is the place for you.
About Fred Astaire Dance Studios®
Founded in 1947 with one studio on Park Avenue in Manhattan, Fred Astaire Dance Studios® has grown to 180 locations worldwide, serving over 25,000 students. We are the leader in ballroom dance instruction, proudly honoring the legacy of Mr. Fred Astaire while enriching lives—physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially—through the transforming power of dance.
Our mission is simple : We believe dance is for everybody and for every BODY! From the moment students walk through our doors, they experience an atmosphere of kindness, warmth, and care. Our welcoming, non-judgmental, fun community is what keeps students coming back and what makes working here truly special.
Here at Fred Astaire Dance Studios® East Greenwich studio, we offer private and group lessons, choreograph wedding dances, host local parties, provide performance opportunities, and participate in approximately 35 spectacular National, Inter-Regional, and Regional competitions annually.
What You'll Do
As a high-energy, customer-focused dance instructor, you will :
You'll have the unique privilege of enriching people's lives every day and gaining personal fulfillment you won't find in any other career.
Who We're Looking For
Successful Fred Astaire Dance Instructors are :
Physical Requirements : This role requires standing, walking, and dancing for extended periods. Must be able to demonstrate dance movements and maintain high energy levels throughout the workday.
Schedule : Studio hours are Monday through Friday, 12 : 30 PM to 8 : 00 PM, with Friday evening parties extending until 9 : 00 PM. Must be available for some weekday evenings and weekend events.
What We Offer
Comprehensive Training & Development
Career Growth Opportunities
Exciting Perks & Activities
Competitive Compensation & Benefits
Ready to Start Your Dance Career?
Join a global family of dance professionals committed to pursuing excellence through dance. Experience the rewarding feeling of transforming lives while building your own successful career.
Professional • East Greenwich, RI, US