We Are Hiring: Offsite Programs Youth Street Dance Instructor

MoveMakers Philly 
Reports to: MoveMakers Philly 

Start date/End Date: September or October, 2026 - June 11th, 2027 

Position Status: Part-Time

Compensation: Starting at $20 per hour

Weekly Commitment: 6 hrs standard, but can increase with meetings, events and PSD half days. 

About Urban Movement Arts / MoveMakers Philly 
Established in 2015, MoveMakers presents dance education in an innovative way, prioritizing development of character and community at its core. MoveMakers is invested in growing capable and resourceful individuals via a practice that focuses on discipline, respect, compassion, good listening, creativity, team spirit, leadership and personal accountability. For certain, our students hold it down on the dance floor, demonstrating virtuosic command of the dance form. More importantly, they are leaders in their community. Along with dance, MoveMakers via its network affiliates offers music, visual arts, martial arts, parkour and other enrichment activities. 

Position Summary:
MoveMakers is searching for eligible street dance instructors to join the team to offer weekly classes and support with operations in MoveMakers Philly’s role as an OST in the Extended Day/Extended Year Specialized Activity category.

MoveMakers Philly street dance instructors should demonstrate strong skills for instructing and leading youth. Teachers should also have a strong command of street dance styles and an understanding of history and culture. Instructors should demonstrate willingness and interest to learn MoveMakers pedagogy. MoveMakers instructors are strong contributors to general OST programming, supporting other staff to provide youth with experiences and enrichment everyday. 

We are looking for exuberant, inspirational,  motivated and friendly people to join the MoveMakers team as dance instructors.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Instruct and manage programs for PSD students, ages K-8.
• Demonstrate high level skill  in teaching street dance, including foundations and contemporary vernacular.
• Collaborate with MoveMakers team to bring high quality programs to PSD schools  
• Participate in trainings 
• Support administrative and bureaucratic procedures 

• Connect with students and recruit for program activities

• Be on-site at the school during all program hours, which include PSD half days. Demonstrate availability to meet in person with MMP staff and other collaborators. A portion of administrative duties are expected to be completed remotely. 

Key Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience teaching and/or leading youth programs 
• Active practice and background in street dance
• Leadership and Teamwork 
• Adaptability and Learning 

Encouraged Skills and  Experience :

• Capacities for speaking and writing languages other than English 
• Competency with Canva, Adobe Suite, DaVinci Resolve  and other similar tools.  
• Experience as an administrator 
• Customer service experience 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or iWork Suite 

Qualifications:

• Must be available  to be onsite for programs Monday- Friday 1-6:30pm
• Must be available for PSD Full Day Closings. See 2026/2027 Calendar
• Must be available to schedule in person appearances at meetings, events, field trips etc as the season progresses. 
• Not recommended for individuals prone to making frequent call outs due to conflicting gigs like performances, rehearsals etc. 

To Apply:

Interested candidates should apply with:

• Cover letter
•  Resume 
• 2 references 
• Candidates who become finalists in selection will be asked to provide lesson plan samples,  lead sample classes and participate in other in person evaluations.  

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Submit application materials to vince@urbanmovementarts.com. The deadline to apply is Friday, August 14th, 2026.