Middle School Dance Teacher

Southern Association of Independent Schools, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Harpeth Hall School in Nashville seeks a part-time Middle School Dance Teacher for 8th grade. The ideal candidate is student-centered, creative, and enthusiastic about working with middle school girls, with strong writing and communication skills.

Experience teaching middle school-aged dance students is preferred, as is curriculum development. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Start date January 4, 2027. Online application and resume submission at harpethhall.org.

Qualifications

• Loves teaching middle school dance and has a student-centered approach.
• Experience with curriculum development is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach ballet, contemporary, creative movement, jazz, hip-hop, and tap to 8th grade.
• Monitor, assess, and document student growth and skill development.
• Foster a safe and supportive learning environment that promotes healthy habits and teamwork.
• Potential to teach in the afterschool dance program.

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Experience teaching middle school-aged dance

Job description

The Harpeth Hall School seeks a part-time Middle School Dance Teacher to teach 8th grade. The ideal candidate is a student-centered, creative dance educator who is enthusiastic about working with middle school girls and is committed to innovative pedagogy and collaboration with colleagues. Excellent writing and communication skills are a requirement of this role.

Experience teaching middle school-aged dance students is preferred, as is curriculum development. Candidates with past experience in school settings will be given priority. A bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Teach ballet, contemporary, creative movement, jazz, hip-hop, and tap.
• Monitor, assess, and document student growth and skill development.
• Foster a safe and supportive learning environment that promotes lifelong healthy habits and teamwork.
• Potential to teach in the afterschool dance program.

Harpeth Hall is committed to being an inclusive school community, and we seek educators who embrace our school values and who are dedicated to providing all students with the support and opportunities they need to grow in every aspect of learning. The position is part-time and exempt and begins January 4, 2027.

Candidates should complete an online application and submit a letter of interest and resume at harpethhall.org.