BeMoved® Instructor

JOB TITLE: BeMoved® Instructor

DEPARTMENT: Education

REPORTS TO: Director of Education

LOCATION: Various locations in Central Florida

POSITION STATUS: Part-Time, hourly, non-exempt

SCHEDULE: Variable; classes scheduled based on program growth and community demand. Daytime, evening, and weekend availability may be required.

COMPENSATION: $42/hour plus $10 per trip travel stipend for offsite locations

BENEFITS: All standard in coordination with employee handbook policies

 

Basic Purpose and Objective of the Role: Orlando Ballet is seeking an energetic, personable, and reliable dance instructor to lead BeMoved® and Gentle BeMoved® classes in community settings throughout Central Florida. BeMoved® is a dance fitness program designed for adults of all abilities, while Gentle BeMoved® provides a seated or modified approach for participants with limited mobility. The ideal candidate is passionate about using dance to improve wellness, enjoys building relationships with adult learners, and creates an inclusive, welcoming environment where participants feel supported, motivated, and inspired to move.

BeMoved® and Gentle BeMoved® are growing community wellness programs that use dance to improve physical health, emotional well-being, and social connection for adults and seniors. Orlando Ballet is committed to expanding access to these programs throughout Central Florida and seeks instructors who share our mission to entertain, educate, and enrich through the highest quality of dance. As Orlando Ballet continues expanding this program throughout the community, the instructor’s schedule will grow based on program demand and site availability.

 

Duties & Responsibilities:  

  • Teach BeMoved® and Gentle BeMoved® classes in accordance with certification standards and program guidelines:
    • BeMoved® Level 1 classes are 60-minute fully choreographed dance-based movement classes consisting of a warm-up section, stylized music genre choreography, and a final cool down.
    • Gentle BeMoved® classes are 45-minute seated classes for participants with limited movement abilities. There is an option to stand if able toward the end of class. The warm-up, genre choreography, and cool-down are included as well.
  • Create a positive, engaging, and supportive class environment for adult and senior participants.
  • Foster a welcoming and inclusive community by actively engaging with participants before and after class, building meaningful relationships that encourage ongoing involvement with Orlando Ballet through additional classes, performances, volunteer opportunities, special events, donor engagement and other organizational activities.
  • Foster participant confidence, enjoyment, social connection, and overall wellness through movement.
  • Adapt movement and instruction to accommodate varying mobility levels and physical abilities.
  • Arrive on time and prepared for all classes and events.
  • Travel independently to multiple community locations throughout the greater Orlando area.
  • Maintain attendance records and other program documentation as requested.
  • Communicate effectively with Orlando Ballet staff, community partners, and program participants.
  • Promote participant safety and follow all Orlando Ballet policies and procedures as well as those of the host sites.
  • Represent Orlando Ballet professionally within the community at all times.
  • Participate in required trainings, program meetings, and periodic evaluations.
  • Assist with program outreach, demonstrations, and community engagement opportunities as needed.

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum (2) years of experience teaching dance, movement, fitness, or wellness-based classes to adults
  • Current BeMoved® certification or willingness to obtain certification upon hire. Orlando Ballet will cover the costs of required BeMoved® certification training and ongoing fees for instructors. Successful completion of certification is required to continue employment.
  • Outstanding interpersonal and commutation skills
  • Positive, upbeat, and outgoing personality with the ability to engage participants from diverse backgrounds.
  • Reliable transportation and ability to travel to community locations throughout the service area.
  • Dependable, punctual, and self-motivated.
  • Ability to work independently while representing Orlando Ballet in off-site settings.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience teaching older adult or senior populations with limited or restricted movement abilities.
  • Experience with adaptive movement, wellness programming, fitness instruction, or community-based arts programs.
  • CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification.

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to demonstrate movement exercises and dance combinations for extended periods.
  • Ability to lead both standing and seated movement classes.
  • Ability to lift, move, and transport basic program materials and equipment as needed.

 

Submission Procedure: Qualified interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to kfabian@orlandoballet.org.

 

Orlando Ballet is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. As required by Florida law, Orlando Ballet participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that individuals who have been offered employment are authorized to work in the U.S. Successful candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check as a condition of employment.