# 110. Land More Dance Teaching Opportunities (What Studio Directors Want You to Know)

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Podcast: [The Brainy Ballerina Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-brainy-ballerina-podcast-6926194)
Published: 2026-06-29T09:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1339

## Resource

In this solo episode of the Brainy Ballerina Podcast, I'm sharing practical advice for professional dancers and aspiring teachers looking to connect with studio owners and build a sustainable teaching career in the dance industry. Drawing from my own experiences as an experienced dance educator and former school director, I'm breaking down the realities of finding teaching work, from preparing your materials and making initial contact with a studio to understanding what studio owners actually value most in a teacher. Key "Pointes" in this Episode: * Why professional dance experience does not automatically make someone a strong teacher * The importance of researching a studio before applying * Why flexibility can help newer teachers gain more opportunities * How your teaching priorities may evolve throughout different seasons of life * What to include in a professional teaching portfolio * How to identify and market your "unique selling points" as a dance educator * Why teaching should be approached as a true profession, not just a side hustle Links & Resources: BLOG POST: https://www.thebrainyballerina.com/blog/booking-dance-teaching-gigs-tips-for-connecting-with-studio-owners SHOP MSeam Apparel: https://mseamapparel.com/ (use code BRAINY25 at checkout for 25% off all items) Let's connect! My WEBSITE: thebrainyballerina.com [http://thebrainyballerina.com/] INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thebrainyballerina [http://instagram.com/thebrainyballerina] Questions/comments? Email me at caitlin@thebrainyballerina.com

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