Dance Teacher

KIPP•Baltimore, MD

10h•Onsite

About The Position

As the Dance Teacher at KIPP Harmony Academy, you are a catalyst for student success, creativity, and confidence. You will ignite a passion for movement and the performing arts while helping students master essential dance technique, choreography, and performance skills alongside critical social-emotional competencies. As the architect of a joyful and rigorous dance program, you will plan, implement, and reflect on instruction to prepare students for success both on stage and in life. Collaborating closely with your grade-level teams, the enrichment department, and the Principal, you will play an active role in fostering a culture of excellence and high expectations, ensuring every student thrives and the mission of KIPP Harmony Academy is realized.

Requirements

Dance Education certification (PreK–12), or willingness to become certified (Required)
Eligible for hire by Baltimore City Public Schools (Required)
Passion for working with students from historically resilient communities (Required)

Nice To Haves

Two years of dance teaching or professional/performance experience (Strongly Preferred)
Experience teaching in a predominantly African American environment (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Hold high expectations for all students and work relentlessly to foster their artistic, physical, and personal growth through dance.
Set class and individual goals, using ongoing assessment of technique, creativity, and performance to track progress and adjust instruction as needed.
Design and implement data-driven assessments that inform instructional decisions and support continuous growth in dance skills and expression.
Apply deep knowledge of dance technique, choreography, and movement styles to deliver engaging and effective instruction across multiple genres.
Demonstrate mastery of grade-level dance standards, benchmarks, and curriculum, ensuring alignment in all instructional plans.
Develop long-term plans, units, and lessons using backward design, with a focus on student mastery and culminating performances.
Plan lessons that foster creativity, body awareness, and discipline, and that meet the diverse learning needs of students.
Differentiate instruction to effectively address the unique needs of each student, including those with varying physical abilities.
Implement and reinforce school-wide culture and management policies both in the dance studio/classroom and across the school.
Establish a supportive and disciplined classroom environment that promotes student responsibility, safety, and success.
Foster a positive learning atmosphere that encourages student self-efficacy, independence, and confidence in self-expression.
Plan and direct school-wide dance performances, showcases, and assemblies that celebrate student growth and achievement.
Build strong, trusting relationships with students, families, and colleagues to support student success.
Incorporate students' backgrounds, cultures, and experiences into choreography and instruction, valuing their unique contributions.
Communicate proactively and effectively with parents, students, staff, and guests through various channels.
Uphold the school’s vision, mission, and values by actively engaging with families and communities through open communication and events.
Engage in professional development by collaborating with colleagues, reflecting on instructional practices, and continuously seeking ways to improve.
Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth, attending extended professional development and modeling professionalism in behavior and attire.
Adhere to all school policies, complete clerical tasks as needed, and take leadership roles in school-wide initiatives and committees.