JOIN OUR TEAM
BECOME A TEACHING
ARTIST OR A TA ASSISTANT
We are growing! Dance Moves STL is continually looking for Teaching Artists and Teaching Artist Assistants. Are YOU ready to change lives! Our program is a great match for those who are looking to supplement their existing income with work during school day hours.
WHAT DOES A TEACHING ARTIST DO?
Drawing on their own unique talents and the rigorous training received from Dance Moves STL, Teaching Artists (TAs) are responsible for delivering DMSTL’s programs through sequential residencies, at schools and community based organizations across St. Louis. DMSTL residencies consist of 20 lessons spanning 10+ weeks, with lessons occurring 2xs a week for 45-60 min. Teaching artists are assigned a 20 lesson residency and are expected to see the residency through in its entirety. Base pay for DMSTL Teaching Artists begins at $50/lesson.
TRAINING AND SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS
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All TA candidates must participate in a 3-5 day paid training prior to beginning residency work.
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Applicants must be able to commit to a ten-week residency of two to five days per week, for at least two sequential semesters, along with occasional staff meetings and events.
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Dance Moves STL residencies take place during school hours (8am-3:30pm). We serve schools within the St. Louis metro area and a Teaching Artist may work in more than one school per day.
WHAT DOES A TEACHING ARTIST ASSISTANT DO?
Dance Moves STL Teaching Artist Assistants are individuals motivated to enhance the lives of young people and who enjoy dancing! TA Assistants provide residency support to Teaching Artists and are a dance partner to all students. TA Assistants do not provide instruction. TA Assistants must have reliable transportation, commit to a residency schedule, and participate in a 2-3 hour paid training. Base pay for TA Assistants begins at $25/lesson.
Ready to Apply?
To apply, please email a current resume and cover letter stating why you are interested in the position of Teaching Artist or Teaching Artist Assistant to Laura Maier-Schuepfer at