School of Ballet Instructor

Greater Atlanta Christian Schools•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Greater Atlanta Christian School (GACS) is a leading independent school in northeast Georgia in Norcross. We are a faith-infused, academically rich community, ranked at the top of the state for teaching quality, arts, and athletics. We are Christians, change-makers, dreamers, aspirers, and hard workers. Together, we are raising a generation of bright, inspired, generous leaders. We share in a community where high academic rigor is matched by active faith and a deep commitment to care for one another in a collegiate-style campus. We live out our passions, our curiosity, our faith, and our pursuit to Be Greater. We are seeking a dynamic, engaging individual that will be responsible for teaching dance lessons to Greater Atlanta Christian School students age 5 and up. You will have the opportunity to instruct dancers in a variety of genres.

Requirements

A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Dance education (such as a Dance major) or relevant dance teaching experience is required
A minimum of one year of relevant dance teaching experience, including teaching students with a broad range of abilities and backgrounds in a private setting
Proficient in teaching ballet, tap, and jazz
Articulate instructions in an effective manner
Strong interpersonal skills and in-classroom leadership qualities
Upbeat, caring, positive attitude with good communication, and strong observational skills
Excellent time management and organizational skills to keep students on task in a class
Maintain confidentiality
Sound decision-making skills
Successful background check, reference checking, and drug/alcohol screening clearance
Acknowledgment and agreement of GAC’s Statement of Faith and Community Covenant

Nice To Haves

A Master’s Degree is a plus
hip hop a plus

Responsibilities

Teaching and leading a broad scope of age groups in ballet and contemporary (ranging from Early Childhood instruction to pre-Professional level classes)
Creating, developing, and teaching choreography
Representing the School in a professional manner both inside and outside the classroom
Selecting music for recitals and concerts
Participating in all technical rehearsals, dress rehearsals, recitals, and performances
Being present in the theater to assist with the production of all recitals and performances – before, during, and after the performance
Keeping up-to-date in your discipline
Implementing any changes to the dance routines and curriculum as needed
Evaluating student performance and making recommendations for improvement
Communicating with a diverse group of teachers, students, and parents
Keeping the studio clean and presentable
Attending staff meetings
Performing other duties as needed