PT Ballroom Dance Teacher/Extracurricular Ballroom Program Director

American Heritage School AF Campus•American Fork, UT

44d•Onsite

About The Position

American Heritage School is seeking a part-time teacher to lead a movement-based course designed to help students build confidence, explore different forms of physical activity, and develop lifelong wellness habits. This course emphasizes inclusive, exploratory movement rather than competition, making it an excellent option for students of all ability levels. This position is considered a faith-forming role within American Heritage School. In addition to dance instruction, teachers are expected to actively support, model, and teach principles consistent with the Mission and values of AHS and the teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of experience, preferably in a formal school setting.
Demonstrate an enduring love of youth and a genuine passion for teaching and learning.
Commitment to actively participate in and contribute to a faith-based educational environment aligned with the teachings and values of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Demonstrate the ability to foster meaningful relationships with youth.
Strong work ethic.
Attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to provide clear instruction, modeling, and feedback in a movement-based classroom setting.
Ability to establish consistent and purposeful class routines.
Ability to communicate with students, parents, and colleagues in ways that are timely, collaborative, precise, and positive.
Ability to clearly track and report student progress in both skill development and performance.
Strong organizational skills to coordinate classes, rehearsals, performances, and program logistics.
Ability to effectively promote the program and recruit students.
Alignment with and support of the school's religious mission and values.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with students with specific learning needs.
Interest or experience in supporting AHS extracurricular athletics programs.

Responsibilities

Teach engaging, skill-based classes for middle and high school students in a before-school setting (7:20–8:10 a.m., most mornings), developing students' technique, confidence, and enjoyment of dance across a range of ability levels.
Plan and deliver a structured curriculum in various ballroom styles.
Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Assess student progress.
Prepare students for performances as appropriate.
Organize and lead the overall ballroom program by coordinating schedules, managing logistics, and fostering a strong program culture.
Actively recruit and retain students through outreach, collaboration, and promotion within the school community.
Integrate faith-based principles and moral reasoning into classroom instruction where appropriate.
Serve as an example of Christian character and discipleship to students.
Support and uphold the spiritual mission of the school through daily interactions with students and colleagues.
Participate in school-wide devotionals, prayer, and other faith-centered activities.
Respond thoughtfully to student questions related to faith, values, and moral decision-making in a manner consistent with the school's mission.
Be professional in appearance and demeanor and willing and able to serve as ambassadors for the AHS Mission, Honor Code, and Diversity Statement.
Ensure personal conduct, public statements, and online presence, both on and off campus, reflect and support the school's religious mission and educational purpose.
Provide clear instruction, modeling, and feedback in a movement-based classroom setting.
Establish consistent and purposeful class routines.
Communicate with students, parents, and colleagues in ways that are timely, collaborative, precise, and positive.
Clearly track and report student progress in both skill development and performance.
Coordinate classes, rehearsals, performances, and program logistics.
Effectively promote the program and recruit students.
Support AHS extracurricular athletics programs (if applicable).