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POSITION TITLE
Adjunct Teacher, Dance
Job Description Summary
The Modern Dance Adjunct Teacher is directly supervised by the Principal and will work with CAPA's Dance Majors ranging in grades 6-12 and will collaborate with other dance faculty on daily technique classes, departmental projects, choreography, student showcase, 8 th grade July preparation, yearly auditions and departmental fundraising. This position will work 15 hours per week at a competitive hourly rate with no health benefits.
The ideal candidate will have experience in teaching all styles of dance, a BA or BFA in dance alongside performance and career experience. Applicants will inspire and bring enthusiasm to students from a wide range of backgrounds and instill a positive attitude towards dance for all. Interested applicants should send a letter of interest, CV, teaching resume and one choreographic sample video.
WORK MONTHS
10 Months
Essential Functions
BA / BFA in Dance or Pedagogy Practices
Certification/Licensure Required
Pennsylvania Department of Education Resource Specialist Certification required after selection
For more information on Pennsylvania (PA) Department of Education Certification Requirements visit the webpage.
Years Of Experience
The working conditions and physical requirements described here are representative of, but not limited to, those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made.
External applicants and internal non-school-based professional employees who are properly certified are eligible to apply for this position. This job posting is not a component of the School-Based Professional Internal Transfer Season. Current Pittsburgh Public School employees who are school-based professionals (teachers, librarian, counselors, social workers, etc.) are not eligible to apply to this position.
CITY OF PITTSBURGH RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
This position does not have a residency requirement.
Position : 110070
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location : CAPA 6-12
Grade : ADJ TCH HR BWK
Group : PFT ADJUNC
Posting Start : 08/12/2025
Posting End : 12/31/9999
Details
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $38.92
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Job Description
POSITION TITLE
Adjunct Teacher, Dance
Job Description Summary
The Modern Dance Adjunct Teacher is directly supervised by the Principal and will work with CAPA's Dance Majors ranging in grades 6-12 and will collaborate with other dance faculty on daily technique classes, departmental projects, choreography, student showcase, 8 th grade July preparation, yearly auditions and departmental fundraising. This position will work 15 hours per week at a competitive hourly rate with no health benefits.
The ideal candidate will have experience in teaching all styles of dance, a BA or BFA in dance alongside performance and career experience. Applicants will inspire and bring enthusiasm to students from a wide range of backgrounds and instill a positive attitude towards dance for all. Interested applicants should send a letter of interest, CV, teaching resume and one choreographic sample video.
WORK MONTHS
10 Months
Essential Functions
- Teaching dance technique classes five days a week alongside choreographing for all upcoming performances.
- Teaching one Dance Academic Course based on grade level.
- Assisting students with the creation of rich and diverse choreography as well as ways to prepare students for the High School Dance Department.
- Collaborate with team on scheduling, performances, masterclasses, and fundraising.
- Regular communication with students, parents and other CAPA Dance Department staff to share artistic progress, encourage positive behavior, and resolve behavioral and artistic issues.
BA / BFA in Dance or Pedagogy Practices
Certification/Licensure Required
Pennsylvania Department of Education Resource Specialist Certification required after selection
For more information on Pennsylvania (PA) Department of Education Certification Requirements visit the webpage.
Years Of Experience
- Professional Performance Experience
- Teaching experience with diverse audiences—middle school, high school, university and /or community settings
- Excellent oral and communication skills
- Collaborative and creative team player
- Collaborative work with community arts organizations
The working conditions and physical requirements described here are representative of, but not limited to, those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made.
- Varies based on the needs of the department
External applicants and internal non-school-based professional employees who are properly certified are eligible to apply for this position. This job posting is not a component of the School-Based Professional Internal Transfer Season. Current Pittsburgh Public School employees who are school-based professionals (teachers, librarian, counselors, social workers, etc.) are not eligible to apply to this position.
CITY OF PITTSBURGH RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
This position does not have a residency requirement.
Position : 110070
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location : CAPA 6-12
Grade : ADJ TCH HR BWK
Group : PFT ADJUNC
Posting Start : 08/12/2025
Posting End : 12/31/9999
Details
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $38.92
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