Dance Teacher

New Bedford Public School District • New Bedford, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As part of our continued and exciting Fine and Performing Arts Expansion, New Bedford Public Schools is excited to announce an opening for a dynamic and passionate Dance Teacher! We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and a school community that reflects the rich diversity of our student population. Dance plays a vital role in inspiring creativity, cultural expression, and a sense of belonging among our students. We strive to hire the highest quality educators and strongly encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are looking for a Dance Teacher who is enthusiastic about teaching, committed to equity and inclusion, and eager to contribute to the vibrant and diverse New Bedford community. Join us in making a difference through the power of dance and education!

Requirements

• Licensed by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• A demonstrated belief that each and every student can achieve at high levels.
• A demonstrated dedication to lifelong learning, reflection, and continued personal and professional growth.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of skills and diverse backgrounds.
• Encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
• People with multilingual skills, particularly in Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese and/or Spanish, are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Be a creative and innovative educator that demonstrates mastery of and enthusiasm for the content and the pedagogy it requires
• Possess a demonstrated the ability to teach dance using a variety of dance styles and methodologies from beginner to advanced level
• Educators should have positive classroom management techniques, be responsive to student diversity, enjoy working in an urban setting and work well with colleagues, administrators and parents.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills with colleagues, administrators and parents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed