Dance Teacher (Grades K-12) 2026-2027 School Year

Dance Teacher (Grades K-12) 2026-2027 School Year at Bellflower Unified School District Print Application Deadline 5/12/2026 4:30 PM Pacific Date Posted 4/28/2026 Contact Carol Whiting 562-866-9011 2183 Number of Openings 3 Salary Pay Range $67,702

• $132,345 Annually Length of Work Year 186 Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary Job Description BUSD is seeking a passionate and dedicated Dance Teacher to join our Visual and Performing Arts Department.

The ideal candidate will inspire students through a comprehensive dance curriculum, integrating technique, choreography, performance, and dance theory. We are looking for a creative educator who will contribute to a thriving school culture and actively support school-wide performances, showcases, and events. Responsibilities

• Teach dance to students in grades K-12, including but not limited to ballet, jazz, modern, hip-hop, and cultural dance forms.
• Design and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with California Arts Standards for Dance.
• Prepare students for school-wide performances, assemblies, showcases, and possible competitions.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with other teachers in the Arts Department and school-wide programs.
• Assess and evaluate student performance and growth.
• Maintain appropriate records and communicate with students, parents/guardians, and staff..
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and parent engagement activities.

Required:

• Valid California Single Subject Teaching Credential in Dance (or eligibility for Intern Credential).
• English Learner Authorization (CLAD or equivalent).

Preferred:

• Experience teaching dance to middle and/or high school students.
• Choreography and stage production experience.
• Background in culturally responsive pedagogy and inclusive teaching practices.
• Ability to lead extracurricular dance teams or clubs.

To be considered, applicants must submit the following via

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Completed EdJoin application Letter of Introduction Current Resume Three (3) current Letters of Recommendation (dated within the past year) Copy of Valid California Credential(s) or Intern eligibility letter Transcripts (unofficial accepted for application purposes) View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications Application Requirements To be considered, applicants must submit the following via

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• Completed EdJoin application
• Letter of Introduction
• Current Resume
• Three (3) current Letters of Recommendation (dated within the past year)
• Copy of Valid California Credential(s) or Intern eligibility letter
• Transcripts (unofficial accepted for application purposes) Application Requirements To be considered, applicants must submit the following via

EdJoin:

• Completed EdJoin application
• Letter of Introduction
• Current Resume
• Three (3) current Letters of Recommendation (dated within the past year)
• Copy of Valid California Credential(s) or Intern eligibility letter
• Transcripts (unofficial accepted for application purposes) Requirements / Qualifications Application Requirements To be considered, applicants must submit the following via

EdJoin:

• Completed EdJoin application
• Letter of Introduction
• Current Resume
• Three (3) current Letters of Recommendation (dated within the past year)
• Copy of Valid California Credential(s) or Intern eligibility letter
• Transcripts (unofficial accepted for application purposes) Application Requirements To be considered, applicants must submit the following via

EdJoin:

• Completed EdJoin application
• Letter of Introduction
• Current Resume
• Three (3) current Letters of Recommendation (dated within the past year)
• Copy of Valid California Credential(s) or Intern eligibility letter
• Transcripts (unofficial accepted for application purposes) Comments and Other Information About The Employer The Bellflower Unified School District is committed to providing educational programs that are free from unlawful discrimination based on legally protected characteristics, including sex and gender as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

The District's general nondiscrimination / harassment policy is found at: Board Policy 5145.3

The District's Title IX Coordinator:

Alma Ulloa, Assistant Superintendent of Special Education & Student Support Services, Title IX and Equity Compliance Officer, 16703 S. Clark Avenue, Bellflower, CA 90706, almaulloa@busd.k12.ca.us, (562) 866-9011 ext. 2017. Bellflower Unified School District is a thriving district offering 15 top tier schools serving over 9,557 students in transitional kindergarten through twelfth grade (TK-12). The district employs approximately 96 Administrators, 619 Certificated, 534 Classified, and 33 Classified Comments and Other Information About The Employer The Bellflower Unified School District is committed to providing educational programs that are free from unlawful discrimination based on legally protected characteristics, including sex and gender as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The District's general nondiscrimination / harassment policy is found at: Board Policy 5145.3

The District's Title IX Coordinator:

Alma Ulloa, Assistant Superintendent of Special Education & Student Support Services, Title IX and Equity Compliance Officer, 16703 S. Clark Avenue, Bellflower, CA 90706, almaulloa@busd.k12.ca.us, (562) 866-9011 ext. 2017. Bellflower Unified School District is a thriving district offering 15 top tier schools serving over 9,557 students in transitional kindergarten through twelfth grade (TK-12). The district employs approximately 96 Administrators, 619 Certificated, 534 Classified, and 33 Classified Links Related To This Job California Credentialing Information View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators

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