# 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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