Ancillary Dance Instructor/Choreographer

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead dance classes primarily in jazz, contemporary, or modern.
• Choreograph and adapt choreography to suit varying skill levels and promote student growth
• Teach technique, flexibility, strength, and performance quality in a safe and supportive environment
• Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to students
• Assist with rehearsals, staging, and performance preparation
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and disciplined classroom culture

Requirements

• Experience teaching dance to middle school and/or high school students preferred
• Strong choreography skills across one or more dance styles
• Background in dance performance, education, or related field
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with students and staff
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and encouraging environment
• Previous experience in a school or educational setting
• Experience with large group choreography or productions
• Knowledge of injury prevention and safe dance practices
• Schedule & Time Commitment
• Weekly rehearsals/classes (schedule determined by program needs)
• Additional time for performances, showcases, and events
• Occasional planning meetings with staff
• Reports consistently for work as scheduled
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
• Assists the licensed staff member with assigned tasks
• Completes non-licensed instructional responsibilities
• Displays personal and professional qualities that promote a safe and caring environment conducive to student learning such as maintaining confidentiality, collaborating with staff, accepting constructive feedback, being a positive role model, treating others with respect, etc.
• Meets the identified learning needs of assigned students as directed by a licensed staff member
• Works collaboratively and cooperatively with instructional staff and others in completing responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to be flexible and patient in work demands
• Ability to assist students in assigned areas
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
• Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
• Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
• Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting
• Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
• Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills
• Detail-oriented
• Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
• Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
• Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community
• Student-centered and relationship-focused
• Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community
• Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.
• The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and

Benefits

Additional Information

Location: Liberty High School Recruiting Start Date: 05/15/2026 Estimated Start Date: 08/03/2026 Performs temporary, instructional-related activities at the direction of a licensed staff member Compensation for all hired extra pay positions (coaches, sponsors, ancillary instructors, etc.) is contingent upon the specific athletic, activity, or academic event being approved by the District to occur during the school year related to this position/posting. We are seeking a dance instructor & choreographer to support and enhance our performing arts program. This ancillary role focuses on developing students' technical dance skills, fostering artistic expression, and creating engaging choreography for performances, showcases, and school events.

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