Paid Dance Instructor Role | Audition-Based Hiring | No Experience Needed

# Paid Dance Instructor Role | Audition-Based Hiring | No Experience Needed

> Fred Astaire Dance Studios · Prairie Rose, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-04-29

**Salary:** USD 37,440–100,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** ND - North Dakota

## Description

**Dance Instructor (No Experience Required | Paid Training | Audition-Based Hiring)**

**Location:** Fargo, ND

**Job Type:** Full-time / Part-time

**Compensation:** Base pay + bonuses + growth opportunities

**Overview**

Fred Astaire Dance Studios® is hiring Dance Instructors to join our growing team. No prior dance teaching experience is required—we provide professional training for the right candidates.

**Some of our most successful instructors started with no dance background at all.**

This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with people, staying active, and developing a skill-based career with strong growth potential.

**Hiring Process (Audition-Based)**

All candidates begin with a **2-week audition period (approximately 10 hours total)**.

This period is designed to introduce you to our studio environment and teaching approach while allowing us to evaluate fit.

During the audition, you will

• Observe private and group lessons
• Learn foundational dance techniques
• Practice movement and partner connection with instructors
• Become familiar with our curriculum and expectations

**Note:** The audition period is educational and observation-based. Candidates do not teach or work with students during this time.

At the conclusion, selected candidates will complete a **paid evaluation lesson** (mock or with a new student). Successful candidates transition into a **paid instructor role** with ongoing training.

## Requirements

**Key Responsibilities (Post-Hire)**

• Teach private and group dance lessons
• Build relationships with students and support their goals
• Maintain high energy and professionalism in all interactions
• Participate in studio events, parties, and occasional weekends
• Continue developing dance and teaching skills through training

**Transferable Skills & Backgrounds**

We strongly encourage applicants from the following backgrounds

• Military / veterans
• Personal trainers, fitness coaches, group fitness instructors
• Athletes or sports coaches
• Teachers or educators
• Performing arts (dance, theater, music)
• Sales, hospitality, or customer service
• Health and wellness professionals

These roles translate well due to experience with

• Structured learning environments
• Coaching and instruction
• Goal-setting and accountability
• Communication and relationship-building

**Qualifications**

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive, coachable attitude
• Comfortable with physical activity
• Ability to work with a variety of personalities and age groups
• Team-oriented mindset

## Benefits
**Compensation & Benefits**

• Base pay (commensurate with experience)
• Performance-based bonuses
• Competition and performance opportunities
• PTO / continuing education / wellness support
• Career advancement opportunities

## Apply
[Apply at Fred Astaire Dance Studios](https://apply.workable.com/fred-astaire-dance-studios-3/j/75831F4EAE/apply)
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