Dance Teacher & Knightline Director

Regents School of Austin is seeking a gifted and experienced Dance Teacher & Knightline Director to join our Fine Arts team immediately.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Dance Teacher & Knightline Director is responsible for providing high-quality dance instruction and directing Regents School of Austin’s Knightline drill team. This position teaches students in the art and discipline of dance, develops technical and performance skills, and cultivates an environment of excellence, discipline, teamwork, and joy.

The Dance Teacher & Knightline Director plans and delivers age-appropriate dance instruction, directs Knightline rehearsals and performances, and coordinates the team’s participation in school events, competitions, and other performances. The position works closely with the Director of Fine Arts and other faculty and staff to ensure that dance and Knightline programs support the mission and educational philosophy of Regents School of Austin.

PRINCIPLES FOR CONDUCTING WORK

• Pursue full devotion to Christ and live a life that reflects joyful obedience to Him.
• Model the fruits of the Spirit in communication, relationships, and daily work.
• Demonstrate teachability, a positive attitude, and a willing heart for service.
• Embody other-centered servant leadership in all interactions.
• Prioritize important, mission-driven work rather than merely urgent work.
• Maintain clear, gracious, and appropriate communication with students, colleagues, and parents.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Dance Instruction

• Teach dance classes in accordance with the school’s curriculum, instructional expectations, and educational philosophy.
• Develop and implement engaging, age-appropriate dance instruction that builds technical skill, artistry, strength, coordination, discipline, and confidence.
• Plan lessons, rehearsals, choreography, and performances appropriate to students’ developmental levels and abilities.
• Provide students with clear instruction, encouragement, and constructive feedback.
• Assess student progress and communicate appropriately with students, parents, and school leadership regarding student development.
• Maintain a positive, orderly, and appropriately challenging learning environment.
• Incorporate opportunities for students to develop perseverance, teamwork, discipline, creativity, and excellence through dance.
• Integrate the school’s Classical, Christian vision into instruction and interactions with students.

Knightline Direction

• Serve as the director of Regents School of Austin’s Knightline drill team.
• Plan and lead regular Knightline practices and rehearsals.
• Teach choreography, dance technique, conditioning, performance skills, and team routines.
• Develop and maintain a high standard of excellence, discipline, teamwork, sportsmanship, and professionalism within the team.
• Select, teach, and prepare routines for school performances, pep rallies, athletic events, competitions, and other approved appearances.
• Coordinate Knightline participation in competitions, festivals, performances, and community events.
• Manage team auditions, tryouts, placements, and other team-related processes in accordance with school expectations.
• Establish and communicate clear expectations for attendance, conduct, dress, preparation, and participation.
• Monitor student participation and performance and address concerns appropriately and promptly.
• Foster healthy relationships among team members and promote a culture of encouragement, respect, accountability, and unity.
• Coordinate with the Director of Fine Arts and appropriate school leadership regarding Knightline schedules, events, competitions, and significant student or team concerns.

Student Development & Care

• Build positive, appropriate relationships with students while maintaining professional boundaries and modeling…