What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dance Company Teacher position at HARPETH HALL SCHOOL?
After School Dance Company Teacher
The 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 levels
- Prepare 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.