High School Dance Teacher

High School Dance Teacher New Bedford, MA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Teaching visual & performing arts Spanish Teacher collaboration Multilingual Teaching Certification Working with high schoolers Teaching arts Dancing Portuguese Cape Verdean Creole Classroom behavior management Classroom Teaching Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and school community that reflects the diversity of our student population. We strive to have the highest quality educators and encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of skills and diverse backgrounds. We seek candidates who are dedicated to inclusion and have a clear interest in being part of the richness of diversity that the New Bedford Public Schools community has to offer.

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High School Dance Teacher Summary:

As part of an exciting Fine and Performing Arts Expansion, New Bedford Public Schools is excited to announce an opening for a dynamic and passionate Dance Teacher! We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and a school community that reflects the rich diversity of our student population. Dance plays a vital role in inspiring creativity, cultural expression, and a sense of belonging among our students. We strive to hire the highest quality educators and strongly encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are looking for a Dance Teacher who is enthusiastic about teaching, committed to equity and inclusion, and eager to contribute to the vibrant and diverse New Bedford community. Join us in making a difference through the power of dance and education!

Responsibilities:

Be a creative and innovative educator that demonstrates mastery of and enthusiasm for the content and the pedagogy it requires Possess a demonstrated the ability to teach dance using a variety of dance styles and methodologies from beginner to advanced level Educators should have positive classroom management techniques, be responsive to student diversity, enjoy working in an urban setting and work well with colleagues, administrators and parents. Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills with colleagues, administrators and parents

Qualifications:

Licensed by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. A demonstrated belief that each and every student can achieve at high levels. A demonstrated dedication to lifelong learning, reflection, and continued personal and professional growth. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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In accordance with the Unit A contract found here The New Bedford Public Schools do not discriminate on account of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, genetics, or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions in employment for potential employees. New Bedford Public Schools encourages people with multilingual skills, particularly in Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese and/or Spanish, to apply. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to ensure that each applicant is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability.