Upper School Dance Teacher (26-27 SY)

Position Description (What you will do): The Hockaday Fine Arts department embraces all creative expression, styles, and practices. Classes are hands‑on, experience‑based, and student‑centered. Through the Performing Arts and Visual Arts, Hockaday students discover and develop personal voice as they make, direct, choreograph, and curate individually and in collaboration with their peers and mentors. This position will teach dance classes to students in the Upper School, as well as provide Hockaday students with leading‑edge expertise in dance by teaching technique classes and preparing them for productions and performances. Opportunities to teach additional courses in the area of the person’s expertise/interest may also be available depending on departmental needs. Qualified candidates will possess a mastery of subject, pedagogical versatility, and commitment to students. Passionate about dance, they model the joy of learning, and they embrace professional development opportunities as they seek the best for those students and for themselves. In addition to teaching and co‑leading an advisory, the faculty member will sponsor clubs as needed and be available for student extracurricular activities. You’re excited about this opportunity because you’ll.... Teach 4 sections of Upper School Dance. Each section meets for 85 minutes three times per 7-day rotation Serve as a co‑advisor to a group of Upper School students Teach various dance styles for beginner to advanced level classes in Middle and Upper School Produce a fall and spring performance for Upper School students enrolled in dance Co‑choreograph and assist in production of annual 8th Grade musical for approximately 80‑95 students. Co‑choreograph and assist in production of annual Upper School musical for approximately 40‑55 cast members. Rehearsals take place after school hours during the winter. Support participation in off‑campus dance festivals, performances, and ISAS Fine Arts Festival Organize field trips and outings to engage students in dance experiences outside the classroom Assist in recruiting guest artists for master classes and choreography residency Develop and execute engaging lesson plans creating an environment which allows students to think critically and independently Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students Partner closely with colleagues to align curriculum, share insights, and design engaging lessons through team meetings, division meetings, and department meetings Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and parents Contribute to the life of the Upper School including participating in all assigned duties, chaperoning, and engaging in professional development We’re excited about you because you have... Bachelor’s degree required; an advanced degree in Dance is preferred Successful teaching experience in Dance with middle and high school age students Advanced knowledge of dance instruction and curriculum Experience in teaching choreography, dance history, composition, and various dance styles such as ballet, contemporary and jazz are required Experience developing curriculum is preferred Experience and interest in developing innovative uses of technology in the classroom as well as comfort with its administrative use An interest in serving as a club sponsor and/or athletics coach A genuine appreciation of middle and high school age children, solid knowledge of the milestones of their development, and understanding of appropriate classroom management techniques Commitment to being a supportive, respectful, and energetic colleague and mentor The ability to work in a school environment through satisfactory completion of all legally required and School‑required background and screening checks and verifications, including criminal and sex offender background checks Why you'll love working at Hockaday. You’ll join a mission‑driven, joyful community that believes deeply in the limitless potential of girls. We are a community grounded in the Hockaday Cornerstones—Character, Courtesy, Scholarship, and Athletics—and you’ll bring these values to life in your daily work. We are energized by meaningful challenges, embrace a growth mindset, and seek creative solutions that positively impact our students. We honor our rich traditions while embracing innovation across all areas of the School. We value diverse perspectives and cultivate an environment where every voice is respected, and every community member feels they belong. We work collaboratively, support one another, and take pride in the strong professional relationships that define our community. We offer competitive compensation and insurance packages, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long‑term disability benefits. Lunch is provided daily during the school year. We value professional development and offer extensive opportunities for you to grow, including networking with colleagues, conducting research with college professors, and even traveling the world! In this role, you will.... Serve as an example to colleagues in manners of classroom management, teaching methods, and school procedures Participate in all requisite School trainings prior to the start of the school and throughout the School year Attend required staff development and training sessions throughout the yearAttend periodic in-service meetings Acknowledge receipt of the current Employee Handbook and are responsible for reviewing the contents and abiding by rules, policies and procedures stated in the Handbook or otherwise by the School Abide by Hockaday’s Code of Ethics and Conduct Commit to the ideals expressed in Hockaday’s Tenets of Faculty Excellence Physical Requirements and Work Environment: Regularly works in standard office or classroom conditions and climate Regularly uses close and distance vision, including working at a computer screen for extended periods of time; ability to observe students from various distances Frequently required to move around the office/classroom; works at a desk for extended periods of time Ability to occasionally move items weighing up to 30lbs. across the campus/classroom/office Ability to periodically support before and after-school or weekend events Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with students, fellow staff and community members The Hockaday School is an equal opportunity employer. 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