Dance Company Teacher

Harpeth Hall School; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The Harpeth Hall School seeks a student-centered, creative dance educator who is enthusiastic about working with young dancers of all ability levels and committed to innovative pedagogy and choreography as part of our after school dance company program. Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:30-6:30 p.m., days and hours dependent on classes taught.

Responsibilities include leading rehearsals for grades 5–12 in ballet, jazz, contemporary, modern, and/or hip hop, creating engaging choreography, fostering an

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience teaching dance and/or choreographing for school-age students in a studio, school, company, or comparable setting.
• Strong experience in ballet, jazz, contemporary, modern, and/or hip hop.
• Ability to create engaging choreography and provide student-centered instruction.

Responsibilities

• Lead rehearsals for grades 5–12 in ballet, jazz, contemporary, modern, and/or hip hop.
• Create and teach engaging, age-appropriate choreography.
• Foster an inclusive, positive, and collaborative learning environment.
• Prepare students for and participate in the annual spring dance concert.

Skills

Dance instruction

Choreography

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

After School Dance Company TeacherThe Harpeth Hall School seeks a student-centered, creative dance educator who is enthusiastic about working with young dancers of all ability levels and is committed to innovative pedagogy and choreography as a part of our after school dance company program. This non-exempt, stipended position reports to the Artistic Director of Dance.Schedule:Monday–Friday, 3:30-6:30 p.m. (days and hours dependent on classes taught)Responsibilities:Lead rehearsals for students in grades 5–12 in ballet, jazz, contemporary, modern, and/or hip hop.Create and teach engaging, age-appropriate choreography that develops students' technical, artistic, and creative skills.Foster an inclusive, positive, and collaborative learning environment for dancers of varied experience and ability levelsPrepare students for and participate in the annual spring dance concert, including rehearsals and performances.Required Qualifications:Demonstrated experience teaching dance and/or choreographing for school-age students in a studio, school, company, or comparable setting.Strong experience in one or more of the program's dance styles: ballet, jazz, contemporary, modern, and hip hop.Ability to create effective choreography and provide engaging, student-centered instruction to dancers of varied skill levels.Strong communication and collaboration skills, along with a passion for working with students in grades 5–12.We seek educators who embrace our school values and are dedicated to providing all students with the support and opportunities they need to grow in every aspect of learning.To Apply:Candidates should complete an online application and submit a letter of interest, resume, and references.