Founding Elementary Ballet Teacher

Success Academy Charter Schools; Florida; On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits program

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Success Academy Charter Schools is seeking a Founding Elementary Dance Teacher in Miami, Florida, to design and lead a pioneering ballet program for Kindergarten through Grade 5. You will establish foundational technique, guide age-appropriate instruction, and build a culture of artistic excellence.

The ideal candidate brings strong dance credentials, a history of teaching young students, and a commitment to rigorous standards and equitable education.

Qualifications

• A degree in Dance, Dance Education, Choreography, or a related field is strongly preferred.
• Fluency in English is required; bilingual in Spanish and/or Haitian Creole is preferred.
• Candidates should be prepared to share a performance reel, lesson plans, or class videos showcasing instructional technique.
• Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM (alignment with academic schedule)

Responsibilities

• Establish a culture of artistic excellence with high expectations for alignment and technique.
• Deliver a rigorous, developmentally aligned ballet curriculum.
• Teach dance through historical and cultural context to connect classroom practice with choreographers and works.
• Cultivate physical literacy, critical thinking, and reflective practice in students.
• Stage high-caliber performances and lead school-wide showcases and opportunities.
• Build an artistic community by engaging families and collaborating with local arts organizations.
• Collaborate with network colleagues to refine instruction and program outcomes.

Skills

Dance expertise

Choreography

Performance

Education

Dance

Dance Education

Choreography

Job description

Success Academy Charter Schools is seeking a Founding Elementary Dance Teacher in Miami, Florida, to design and lead a pioneering ballet program for Kindergarten through Grade 5. You will establish foundational technique, guide age-appropriate instruction, and build a culture of artistic excellence.

The ideal candidate brings strong dance credentials, a history of teaching young students, and a commitment to rigorous standards and equitable education.