Middle School Leave Replacement Dance Teacher (Immediate Start) - Prospect Schools

The Organization:

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse (“diverse by design”) K-12 college preparatory charter network serving more than 2,700 students in seven schools in Brooklyn. Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while preparing them to be global citizens. Our experienced team is dedicated to our mission to prepare a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning, and guided by our Core Values:

• Curiosity: Develop sound judgment and intellect by asking questions confidently and thinking critically
• Care: Support others by grounding every action in empathy while championing equity and inclusion in our work
• Persistence: Grow and learn by solving problems with determination, creativity and tenacity
• Passion: Succeed by approaching challenges with excitement, enthusiasm and self assurance

We have a vision to become the leading network of intentionally diverse schools where all students and educators can learn, work, and thrive. Find out more about who we are and what we believe by spending a few minutes reading our Prospector Principles, viewing this peek inside our schools, or reading some stories about our students and educators.

The Role:

• Ability to teach using various dance styles and methodologies from beginner to advanced level.
• Create a dance curriculum and lesson plans appropriate for the class; this might include:
  
  • To recognize the significance of dance in society, notable contributors to dance, and a body of significant dance works,
  • To apply compositional tools and choreographic principles,
  • To understand dance terms and vocabularies by moving (kinetic) and speaking, (conceptual) dance languages,
  • To use universally accepted dance vocabulary, terminology, and symbols of dance.
    
• Ability to communicate and teach a diverse group of students, ages 10-14.
• Engage, encourage, and motivate students to reach their goals.
• Evaluate student performance and make recommendations for improvement.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Choreograph routines and select music for culminating events in collaboration with other activity specialists in the after-school program.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
• Organize performance groups, and direct their rehearsals, put on performances at the site-level
• Organize, lead, and promote interest in daily dance activities such as warm-up, movement across the floor, center activity and combinations as well as activities that lead to full performance pieces, workshops, etc.
• Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in the activities, and demonstrate use of materials and equipment 
  
• The anticipated start date for this role is December 9, 2024, with an expected end date of May 21, 2025

About You: 

• 2+ years of Dance Education experience to youth grades K-12.  
• Knowledgeable and skilled in one or more styles of dance and have prior experience successfully teaching and instructing youth in dance
• Energetic, driven, creative, and dependable.
• Understands the importance of being responsible, reliable, and punctual
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required
• Ability to perform conflict resolution
• 2+ years experience working as a provider in a non-profit organization.
  

Strongly preferred skills:

• Extensive and advanced level of training in different forms of dance.
• Knowledge and prior experience choreographing dance works and putting a performance together.
• Candidates who are qualified to lead instruction in more than one activity preferred as well.
• High level of interpersonal and communication skills both oral and written.
• Knowledge and prior experience choreographing dance works and putting a performance together.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced environments with the ability to shift priorities.
• Collaborative in spirit and in action Ability to work independently and as part of a broader team
  

Salary:

Employees at Prospect Schools are provided with a competitive salary. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual’s skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role. The salary range for this role is from $61,000-$102,880, based on experience and years of education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Prospect Schools is an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, including based on race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

We cannot sponsor international candidates at this time. 

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