Middle & Upper School Dance Teacher (one year

The Packer Collegiate Institute invites applicants interested in teaching dance classes to students in the Middle & Upper School for the 2026-27 school year.

Qualified candidates will possess a mastery of subject, pedagogical versatility, and commitment to students. Passionate about dance, they model the joy of learning, and they embrace professional development opportunities as they seek the best for those students and for themselves.

Start date:

August 26, 2026

Responsibilities:

• Teach multiple sections of Middle & Upper School Dance.

• Serve as an advisor to a group of Upper School students

• Teach various dance styles in Middle and Upper School

• Co-Produce a winter performance, Dance Concert, and spring showcases for Upper School students

• Develop and execute engaging lesson plans creating an environment which allows students to think critically and independently

• Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students

• Partner closely with colleagues to align curriculum, share insights, and design engaging lessons through team meetings, division meetings, and department meetings

• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and parents

• Contribute to the life of the Upper School including participating in all assigned duties, chaperoning, and engaging in professional development

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; an advanced degree in Dance is preferred

• Successful teaching experience in Dance with middle and high school age students

• Advanced knowledge of dance instruction and curriculum

• Experience in teaching choreography, dance history, composition, and various dance styles such as ballet, contemporary and jazz are required

• Experience developing curriculum is preferred

• Experience and interest in developing innovative uses of technology in the classroom as well as comfort with its administrative use

• A genuine appreciation of middle and high school age children, solid knowledge of the milestones of their development, and understanding of appropriate classroom management techniques

• Commitment to being a supportive, respectful, and energetic colleague and mentor

Reasonable Accommodations:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Packer's values and vision of educational excellence include embracing diversity, fostering community, nurturing a sense of belonging, and ensuring all learners are valued and challenged. We actively embrace the diversity of New York City and seek employees who share Packer’s values of equity, inclusion, and belonging, and who wish to learn from the experiences and perspectives of others. We strongly encourage applications from candidates whose backgrounds and perspectives may be underrepresented.

The Packer Collegiate Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to, but is not limited to, educational policies, admission, financial aid, hiring and employment practices, use of school facilities, athletics, and other school-administered programs.

Salaries are determined based on a scale reflecting years of teaching experience and level of education.