Middle School Dance Teacher

4 weeks ago


Los Angeles, California, United States Harvard-Westlake School Full time

Harvard-Westlake School seeks to hire an exceptional and highly qualified individual for a part-time position teaching 2 sections of Introduction to Contemporary Dance in the Middle School dance program (grades 7-9). The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated knowledge of contemporary dance (teaching, creating, and performing) and a passion for working with middle schoolers.

In the Harvard-Westlake Performing Arts Department, we foster technical achievement, creativity, collaboration, and self-expression. We teach fundamental techniques, inspire experimentation, encourage cultural awareness, and believe in students' artistic endeavors.

This position is part-time without benefits, starting in August for the school year.

This position may also include opportunities for additional after-school contracted work within the department, such as choreography for the fall musical, rehearsal direction for other dance performances, and support in conducting spring class placement auditions.

Harvard-Westlake School is an independent, co-educational college preparatory day school consisting of two campuses located in Los Angeles, California, with approximately 1,600 students enrolled in grades seven through twelve.

Harvard-Westlake actively strives to be a diverse and inclusive community in its educational, admission, and employment practices. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, or any other characteristic.

We seek candidates who demonstrate sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community members; have an ability to work flexibly, independently, and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds; and have a capacity to serve as a model of openness, generosity, and acceptance.

Anticipated base compensation is $25,000 to $35,000 depending on experience. The position will begin in August 2024.

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The ideal candidate will have:

Ability to teach beginning ballet, modern, jazz, and hip-hop techniques. Ability to introduce students to the choreographic process. Teaching experience with middle school students Strong communication skills and team-player attitude Ability to communicate concepts in a clear and concise manner to students and foster an innovative and creative learning environment. Schedule and Responsibilities:4-6 hours per week. Classes will meet from 8:00 - 9:30 AM, every other day. Availability for opening school meetings in August, and occasional all-school meetings. Creating a performance showcase from these classes, typically an afternoon or evening in May, with 3-4 days of after-school rehearsals.

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