About this role
Position
JK–8 Dance Teacher/Choreographer
Part Time / Seasonal
Reports to: Director of Fine Arts and Fine Arts Program Manager
Education/Experience Required/Preferred: Experience working with children and dance training with the ability to teach and choreograph musical theatre dance for young students is required. A four-year degree is preferred.
General Overview
Village Christian School is seeking an energetic Dance Teacher/Choreographer to work with elementary and middle school students in the Fine Arts Academy. This position will teach age-appropriate dance and movement and choreograph musical theatre productions for students in JK through eighth grade.
Potential Responsibilities
Petite Dance Company (JK–1st Grade)
- Introduces students to dance and creative movement
- Teaches beginning skills in ballet, tap, jazz, and musical theatre in preparation for Dance Company Jr.
- Meets once per week for one hour during the fall session
Dance Company Jr. (2nd–5th Grade)
- Allows students to explore multiple dance styles and prepare for the Middle School Dance Company
- Teaches foundational skills in ballet, jazz, tap, and musical theatre
- Meets once per week for one hour during the spring session
- Culminates in a Parent Observation Class; no formal recital
Elementary and Middle School Musical Theatre Productions
- Choreographs one to two musical theatre productions per year
- Productions generally include one elementary show and one middle school show
- Attends required rehearsals, performances, and occasional weekend activities
- Collaborates with directors, instructors, production staff, and Fine Arts leadership
Hours and Pay Breakdown
- This part-time, seasonal position will primarily take place after school
- Dance instruction: $50–$75 per class, based on experience
- Production choreography: $1,500–$2,000 per production, based on experience
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Experience working with children
- Dance training and proficiency in musical theatre dance
- Ability to teach and choreograph age-appropriate material for young students
- Strong classroom-management, communication, organization, and collaboration skills
- Availability during afternoons and occasional weekends
- Commitment to providing a safe, encouraging, and Christ-centered experience for students
Village Christian School is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to any protected basis under federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws for Christian school employers. Applicants who need an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment and hiring process should contact the Human Resources department in order to discuss reasonable accommodation.