Extracurricular Dance Coach Supervisor

400 Lake Street
• Ithaca, New York
• 14850

NOTICE OF NEW VACANCY

Position Title:
Extracurricular Dance Coach supervisor

Brief

Description:

The Ithaca City School District seeks a dynamic and culturally responsive Extracurricular Dance Coach supervisor to expand access to dance education and enrichment opportunities for students. . The supervisor will develop, implement, and oversee inclusive dance programming that promotes student engagement, belonging, wellness, creativity, and cultural awareness. This position will work collaboratively with students, families, school staff, community organizations, and teaching artists to ensure that students have opportunities to experience dance regardless of prior experience, ability, financial circumstances, or participation inother extracurricular activities

Location(s):Athletics/ Fine & Performing Arts

Anticipated

Start Date:

10/5/2026-5/31/2027

Posting Dates: 9/9/2026-Until Filled

Number of Vacancies: 1

Hours per week/FTE: 10-15

Application Requirements:

The Ithaca City School District values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, people with disabilities, and those with lived experiences.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design and coordinate dance experiences that engage a diverse population of middle school students
• Develop opportunities for students to explore movement, creativity, self-expression, and performance in a supportive environment.
• Create pathways for participation that are accessible to students of all skill levels and backgrounds.
• Encourage involvement from students who may not traditionally participate in athletics, music, theater, or competitive dance programs.
• Foster a sense of belonging, confidence, leadership, and collaboration through dance experiences.

Equity, Access, and Inclusion

• Ensure that dance programming is accessible and welcoming to all students.
• Identify and address barriers to participation, including transportation, cost, scheduling, language, and accessibility needs.
• Collaborate with school staff to create inclusive environments that support students with diverse learning, physical, and social-emotional needs.
• Promote equitable participation across all student groups and school communities.

Dance Education and Cultural Responsiveness

• Work with the Fine and Performing Arts Director and Directors of Athletics and Wellness to support dance programming that embraces a variety of cultures, genres and styles.
• Support the incorporation of instruction that honors and explores the historical, cultural, and artistic origins of dance forms.
• Facilitate opportunities for students to learn from local, regional, and nationally recognized dance artists and cultural practitioners.
• Promote appreciation for cultural diversity through movement and artistic expression.

Community Partnerships and Collaboration

• Build and maintain partnerships with local arts organizations, dance studios, cultural institutions, and community groups.
• Coordinate workshops, artist residencies, performances, and community-based learning opportunities.
• Serve as a liaison between schools and community partners to expand dance opportunities for youth throughout Ithaca.
• Support family and community engagement through performances, showcases, and special events

Cultivating Safe, Inclusive, and Positive Learning Environments

• Collect and maintain accurate spreadsheets with emergency contact, medical and student information.
• Hold creative team production meetings, with designers for recitals or events.
• Coordinate and produce all dance recitals or events.
• Maintain the flow of communication between the production team & the directors.
• Problem solve with the production team &…