School Musical Choreographer & Dance Coach (Stipend)

LAWRENCE HIGH; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 7,100 - 9,600; Full time

Job summary

LAWRENCE HIGH in Lawrence, KS seeks a Musical Choreographer for a one-year supplemental contract to design dance routines for a school musical and guide student performers toward a higher level of personal skill and appreciation of dance.

The role collaborates with the Drama Director and Musical Director, teaches choreography and stage presence, coaches groups and individuals, participates in auditions, rehearsals and performances, and supports efficient rehearsal time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Job related experience is desired.
• Specific skills: ability to teach dance and movement skills, ability to teach stage presence.

Responsibilities

• Works with the Drama Director and evaluates the music to develop/design dance routines and other movements keeping with the choreographic needs of the production.
• Works closely with the Drama Director and the Musical Music Director and other personnel associated with the production in achieving the desired results.
• Communicates, instructs and coaches students individually, in small groups and in large ensembles as necessary to learn and perform the choreography of the musical production.
• Assists the Musical Music Director and Drama Director in supervising student activities for the purpose of ensuring efficient use of rehearsal time.
• Attends all auditions, dance rehearsals, and performances of the production as communicated by the Drama Director.

Skills

Dance instruction

Stage presence teaching

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

LAWRENCE HIGH in Lawrence, KS seeks a Musical Choreographer for a one-year supplemental contract to design dance routines for a school musical and guide student performers toward a higher level of personal skill and appreciation of dance.

The role collaborates with the Drama Director and Musical Director, teaches choreography and stage presence, coaches groups and individuals, participates in auditions, rehearsals and performances, and supports efficient rehearsal time.