Teacher: Dance

Anne Arundel County Public Schools•Annapolis, MD

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Instructs high school students in Dance I–IV, Dance for Athletes I–IV, and Dance Company I–IV according to the Anne Arundel County Public Schools high school dance curriculum. Demonstrates dance technique and guides students through creative and performance aspects of the curriculum, observing student work and providing technical and aesthetic corrections. Plans and directs semester dance concerts and Dance Company participation in county dance festivals. The teacher prepares and presents lessons, uses curriculum materials and instructional technology, maintains a professional studio and performance atmosphere, and adapts instruction to students’ needs. The role includes assessing students, maintaining attendance and grade records, advising students, communicating with students and families, and collaborating with colleagues. It also supports the school’s Magnet Program through professional development, co-curricular activities, family programs, summer and curriculum activities as appropriate, cross-curricular work, and instruction aligned with Magnet Program principles. This posting establishes a pool of candidates for future positions that may become available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Dance Education, Dance Education and Performance, or Dance Performance from a regionally accredited college or university.
Hold or be eligible for an educator certificate or license issued by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), and retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.
Knowledge of school organization, goals, and objectives, with emphasis on dance education techniques.
Knowledge of state and national dance standards.
Demonstrated technical dance training and ability to teach curricular dance genres.
Knowledge of current trends, research, and pedagogy in dance.
Ability to speak and write effectively.
Ability to communicate positively and relate to students, parents, and staff.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse communities and develop outreach strategies to encourage parental involvement in student learning.
Ability to engage parents and guardians with varied communication styles, skill levels, and experience to support their child’s education.
Ability to use a variety of teaching styles to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse populations.
Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications, such as video/web conferencing and Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and present lessons aligned with the Anne Arundel County Public Schools high school dance curriculum.
Use curricular texts, assessments, instructional materials, and technology appropriately.
Demonstrate dance technique and guide students through creative and performance work, providing technical and aesthetic corrections.
Maintain a professional studio and performance atmosphere for dance education.
Modify instructional plans to meet the needs of all dance students.
Provide input on the dance education instructional process.
Maintain attendance and grade records as required by Board Policy and Administrative Regulation.
Monitor the use and care of instructional equipment, materials, and facilities.
Prepare, administer, and adjudicate student assessments and portfolios.
Counsel students regarding academic and other dance education issues.
Communicate with parents and students about progress or problems and participate in conferences as needed.
Plan and direct semester fine arts dance concerts for dance classes and Dance Company.
Plan and direct Dance Company participation in Anne Arundel County Public Schools Dance Festivals.
Participate in school and staff activities and network with other Magnet Program teachers for planning and instruction.
Stay current on dance trends, research, and pedagogy and participate in dance education professional development.
Develop knowledge of teaching through transdisciplinary project- and problem-based learning and inquiry learning.
Participate in professional development aligned with Magnet Program principles and deliver instruction aligned with Magnet Program pedagogical philosophies.
Regularly support or lead Magnet Program co-curricular activities and attend Magnet Program parent, family, school, and career programs.
Participate, as appropriate and on a rotational basis, in Magnet Program summer bridge programs, summer professional development, and curriculum writing.
Plan and teach across curricula with school colleagues.
Provide professional development for colleagues on Magnet philosophies, programs, and goals.
Prepare budget plans for implementing Magnet Program elements.
Perform other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.