Dance teacher

Straits International School; Warangal, Hyderabad, Nizamabad District; On-site; INR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Straits International School in Warangal, Telangana is seeking a dedicated Western Dance Teacher to inspire learners across Primary, Middle and High School.

You will plan and deliver age-appropriate Western dance classes, teach styles from Contemporary to Jazz and Hip‑Hop, develop students' rhythm, musicality and coordination, adapt choreography for different abilities, and introduce dance terminology and performance practices for school events.

Qualifications

• Specialized in Western Dance
• Excellent communication skills
• Choreograph and train students for events (annual day, productions, competitions)
• Ability to create age-appropriate choreography across age groups
• Creative and proactive teaching approach
• Ability to engage in class and foster learning environment

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate Western dance classes across Primary, Middle, and High School.
• Teach various Western dance styles such as Contemporary, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Freestyle, and Commercial Dance based on age and skill.
• Develop students' rhythm, musicality, coordination, flexibility, body movement, and performance skills.
• Adapt teaching methods and choreography according to different age groups and abilities.
• Introduce students to dance terminology, techniques, and performance practices.

Skills

Western Dance

Communication

Choreography

Creativity

Student engagement

Age-appropriate teaching

Job description

Job Description

Western Dance Teacher - Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate Western dance classes across Primary, Middle, and High School.
• Teach various Western dance styles such as Contemporary, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Freestyle, and Commercial Dance, based on student age and skill level.
• Develop students rhythm, musicality, coordination, flexibility, body movement, and performance skills.
• Adapt teaching methods and choreography according to different age groups and abilities.
• Introduce students to dance terminology, techniques, and performance practices.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Candidate should be specialized in Western Dance
• Should have good communication skills
• Choreograph and train students for annual day, school productions, competi tions, assemblies, and other events.
• Excellent command of multiple Western dance styles and ability to create age-appropriate choreography.
• Creative & proactive
• Ability to engage in class and create a learning environment.
• 2-5 years of experience as a Western Dance Teacher/Instructor.

ISP Principles

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Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect

We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively.

We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible.

We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously.

Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.