Dance instructors primarily teach ballet, tap, and modern dance to students of all ages, focusing on proper foot and hand positions. They typically work in dance studios, schools, and recreation centers, with schedules that vary daily. While a bachelor's degree is not required, most complete a 12-week training course. The job outlook is good in Wisconsin and nationwide, though dependent on interest levels and economic conditions. Salaries range from $17,360 to $60,980 annually, with employers including educational services, local government, and civic organizations.

2. About The Job
• Primarily teach
Ballet, Tap and
Modern
• They teach all ages
• Mainly work with foot
and hand positions
• Schedules vary
depending on the day
• Work in
studios, schools,rec.
centers, (ect.)
• Enjoy interacting with
others

3. The Education Path
• Must take beginning
dance class that’s
offered
• Training course
lasts for about 12
weeks
• If Bachelors
degree, no need for
training

4. The outlook
• In WI, and the
nation, good
employment
• Affected by interest
and weak economic
standards

5. The Average Salary
• Range from
$17,360 to
$60,980 per
year

6. Employers
• Educational
Services, Private
• Local Government
educational services
• Civic and Social
Organizations

7. My instructor, Tara, loves her job!
• Teaches amazing routines and great
technique.
• Creates routines for competitions
every year
• Have never placed lower than 3rd.
• Skills, strength, and stamina are
excellent

8. All information was taken from www.wiscareers.wisc.edu