Dance Teacher

Connelly School of the Holy Child is seeking passionate teachers to join our outstanding faculty for the 2024-2025 School year. We welcome candidates that demonstrate a strong commitment to high-quality teaching, innovation, academic excellence, and a joy for learning.

Building an inclusive and diverse school community is a priority and we are committed to hiring faculty with diverse experiences and backgrounds to empower our students to connect, belong and grow.  

Our Community

Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. The school emphasizes academic challenges, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action.  

Description:

Connelly School of the Holy Child is looking to hire a Dance Teacher to join our vibrant performing arts program. The instructor will be responsible for teaching and training a dynamic group of students (Grades 6-12) in a range of techniques and dance styles, ensuring that all students are engaged, motivated, and inspired to achieve their goals in their chosen area of dance.  The dance teacher would also support the Middle School and Upper School Musicals as Choreographer. 

Responsibilities:

·        Teach various dance styles and methodologies from beginner to advanced level 

·        Develop dance curriculums and prepare lesson plans.

·        Choreograph routines and for select programs for recitals, assemblies, and showcases.

·        Program annual Dance Concert to showcase all dance classes

·        Choreograph for the school productions (Middle School and Upper School Musical)

·        Communicate with a diverse group of teachers, administrators, and students.

·        Engage, encourage, and motivate students to reach their goals.

·        Evaluate student performance and make recommendations for improvement.

·        Join the dance festivals presented by AIMS and the Independent Dance Network

·        Respond to the needs of Holy Child, including service learning, advisory program, assigned supervision and other duties as assigned.

·        An active commitment to enhancing our school community through involvement on committees and in student life activities.

·        Effective and consistent communication with students, parents, staff, and community.

·        Develop, select, and differentiate instruction to meet the needs of a diverse population.

·        Provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of young women.

Requirements

·        Bachelor's Degree in Dance or qualification from an accredited college

·        Master’s Degree (preferred)

·        Previous teaching experience required

·        Build culturally responsive classroom that fosters a sense of belonging and ensures that all students feel respected and challenged

·        Excellent communication skills

·        Energetic, driven, creative, and dependable

·        Demonstrate patience and leadership skills     

Benefits

• Medical
• Health Savings Account
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• 403 (b)
• Discount on Tuition

Building an inclusive and diverse school community is a priority for Holy Child, and we are committed to hiring faculty and staff with diverse experiences and backgrounds, to empower our students to connect and grow. Our Core Values are Believe, Belong, and Become!

Looking for a dynamic work environment where you can Believe, Belong & Become your greatest self?

If yes, please apply by visiting us at https://www.holychild.org/about-us/employment