Substitute Teacher | School of Ballet

Description

Greater Atlanta Christian School (GACS) is a leading independent school in northeast Georgia in Norcross. We are a faith‑infused, academically rich community, ranked at the top of the state for teaching quality, arts, and athletics. We are Christians, change‑makers, dreamers, aspirers, and hard workers. Together, we are raising a generation of bright, inspired, generous leaders. We share in a community where high academic rigor is matched by active faith and a deep commitment to care for one another in a collegiate‑style campus.

We live out our passions, our curiosity, our faith, and our pursuit to Be Greater.

• Teaching and leading a broad scope of age groups in ballet and contemporary (ranging from Early Childhood instruction to pre‑Professional level classes)
• Creating, developing, and teaching choreography
• Representing the School in a professional manner both inside and outside the classroom
• Selecting music for recitals and concerts
• Participating in all technical rehearsals, dress rehearsals, recitals, and performances
• Being present in the theater to assist with the production of all recitals and performances – before, during, and after the performance
• Keeping up‑to‑date in your discipline
• Implementing any changes to the dance routines and curriculum as needed
• Evaluating student performance and making recommendations for improvement
• Communicating with a diverse group of teachers, students, and parents
• Keeping the studio clean and presentable
• Attending staff meetings
• Performing other duties as needed

A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Dance education (such as a Dance major) or relevant dance teaching experience is required; a Master’s Degree is a plus.

A minimum of one year of relevant dance teaching experience, including teaching students with a broad range of abilities and backgrounds in a private setting.

• Proficient in teaching ballet, tap, and jazz; hip hop a plus
• Articulate instructions in an effective manner
• Strong interpersonal skills and in‑classroom leadership qualities
• Upbeat, caring, positive attitude with good communication, and strong observational skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills to keep students on task in a class
• Maintain confidentiality
• Sound decision‑making skills

• Successful background check, reference checking, and drug/alcohol screening clearance
• Acknowledgment and agreement of GAC’s Statement of Faith and Community Covenant

This is a part‑time, ten‑month position. GAC offers competitive salary and benefits including:

• All‑inclusive dining program
• On‑site fitness center
• Professional development
• Health care benefits
• Student loan debt repayment assistance
• Retirement plan
• A Christian community of innovative, engaged individuals