Head Dance Team Coach

Wolf Branch Elementary School; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 1,200 - 4,200; Part time

Job summary

Wolf Branch Elementary School is seeking a Dance Team Coach to lead a middle school program focused on building technical dance skills, teamwork, and school spirit. You will choreograph routines, plan practices, and promote a positive, safe, and inclusive environment aligned with our mission.

The position requires dance and coaching experience with middle school students and CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

Qualifications

• Dance experience required; coaching or choreography experience preferred.
• Experience working with middle school or junior high students.
• Knowledge of dance styles (e.g., pom, hip hop, jazz, or lyrical) and performance techniques.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to create an inclusive and encouraging team environment.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead regular practices focused on dance technique, conditioning, and performance skills.
• Choreograph and teach routines for games, pep rallies, competitions (if applicable), and school events.
• Supervise students during practices, performances, and events, ensuring a safe and structured environment.
• Teach proper technique, timing, and performance quality while emphasizing injury prevention.
• Promote teamwork, sportsmanship, confidence, and personal growth among team members.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school staff.
• Organize and manage team logistics, including schedules, music, costumes, and performance preparation.
• Monitor academic progress and reinforce academic expectations for participants.
• Ensure proper care, use, and inventory of costumes, props, and equipment.
• Follow all school, district, and applicable activity/athletic guidelines.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities as required.
• Assist with tryouts, team selection, and program promotion.

Skills

Dance experience

Coaching/Choreography experience

Middle school experience

Dance styles knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Inclusive environment

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Position: Dance Team Coach

Job Summary: The Dance Team Coach is responsible for leading and developing a dance program that builds technical skills, creativity, teamwork, and school spirit among students in grades 6-8. The coach will choreograph routines, prepare the team for performances, and foster a positive, disciplined, and inclusive environment aligned with the school’s mission and values.

Qualifications/ Minimum Requirements

• Dance experience required; coaching or choreography experience preferred.
• Experience working with middle school or junior high students.
• Knowledge of dance styles (e.g., pom, hip hop, jazz, or lyrical) and performance techniques.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to create an inclusive and encouraging team environment.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Reports to: Athletic Director and works in coordination with the Head Coach.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead regular practices focused on dance technique, conditioning, and performance skills.
• Choreograph and teach routines for games, pep rallies, competitions (if applicable), and school events.
• Supervise students during practices, performances, and events, ensuring a safe and structured environment.
• Teach proper technique, timing, and performance quality while emphasizing injury prevention.
• Promote teamwork, sportsmanship, confidence, and personal growth among team members.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school staff.
• Organize and manage team logistics, including schedules, music costumes, and performance preparation.
• Monitor academic progress and reinforce academic expectations for participants.
• Ensure proper care, use, and inventory of costumes, props, and equipment.
• Follow all school, district, and applicable activity/athletic guidelines.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities as required.
• Assist with tryouts, team selection, and program promotion.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate dance movements and routines.
• Ability to stand, move, and actively participate for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and manage props or equipment as needed.

Time Commitment

• Practices: 3-5 days per week during the season.
• After-school practices, evening events, and occasional weekend performances or competitions.