Dance Teacher

Dance Teacher

Dickinson Independent School District KRANZ JUNIOR HIGH - Dickinson, Texas Open in Google Maps

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Starting Date
:
Sep 28, 2026

Position
:
Teacher

Campus
:

Dance Teacher

Wage/Hour Status
:
Exempt/Professional

Immediate Supervisor
:
Principal

Pay Grade
:

Per Compensation Manual

Days Employed
:

Per Compensation Manual

POSITION SUMMARY

• Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth
• Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

• One-year student teaching or approved internship

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructional Strategies

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP)
• Work withpeers to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements
• Plan and assign work to the instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee the completion
• Alternative methods of instruction
• All other duties as assigned

Student Growth and Development

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned
• Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal
• Be a positive role model for students
• Support the mission of the school district

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required

Communication

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills
• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required
• Perform any other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct the work of…