Performing Arts; Dance Teacher

Job Overview

PERFORMING ARTS (DANCE TEACHER)

Atlanta Public Schools is looking for a self‑motivated Dance Teacher to provide face‑to‑face instruction with students in the school building with the ability to ensure student success through differentiated instruction. The candidate must be adaptable to changing school and district needs and able to create and maintain a climate that promotes respect, tolerance, and peaceful problem solving for all students. This position reports to the School Principal and will be assigned to be physically present in the school building location.

• Position Type: SECONDARY TEACHER / PERFORMING ARTS TEACHER
• Date Posted: 6/24/2026
• Location:
  
  Therrell High School

• Certification:
  Minimum of SRT4‑Certification in Dance (P‑12) or Passed GACE in Dance Education
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree required
• Work Experience:
  
  Work experience gained through education and certification/license requirements
• Availability:
  Available for face‑to‑face instruction within the school building with students present

• Communication
• Instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learner
• Student management
• Demonstrated ability to work well with students, staff, and parents in a professional manner
• Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between in‑person learning environments
• Knowledge of school safety & security procedures
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Instruct students in an in‑person classroom environment through lectures, discussions, visual aids, instructional strategies and other effective teaching methods for student comprehension
• Prepare lessons and outlines to use in class that effectively cover the material
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students’ progress
• Administer various types of assessments to monitor students’ comprehension of the material
• Support state and local testing processes and policies
• Use computers, audio‑visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations
• Assist students who need extra help with tutoring and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems or special academic interests
• When in an in‑person classroom environment, be responsible for daily classroom clean up and wiping down surfaces to uphold sanitation standards as required for a safe school environment
• Monitor students in the classroom, at lunch or throughout the school by maintaining order and discipline
• Observe and evaluate students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
• Perform various administrative duties such as taking attendance, organizing the classroom, and responding to emails and phone calls from parents, school administrators, and staff in a timely manner
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators to develop, evaluate, and revise academic programs following approved curricula
• Coordinate in‑person conferences with parents and guardians to review student performance, behavior and other issues
• Attend in‑person faculty meetings, teacher training workshops and educational conferences to maintain and improve professional competence
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations
• Assist administrators and other staff members in the orderly, expedient and safe transition of students from one location to another
• Assist with training volunteers in‑person
• Required to have prompt, regular attendance in‑person and be available to work on‑site during regular business hours and as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by an appropriate administrator or their representative

• Vision:
  Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods
• Hearing:
  Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions
• Speech:
  Ability to be understood in face‑to‑face communications, to speak with a level…