About Saint Andrew’s School:

Saint Andrew's School is an independent, co-educational school for grades PK-12, Saint Andrew's is both a day school and a boarding school, educating students from across the United States and throughout the world. As a college preparatory school in the Episcopal tradition, Saint Andrew's welcomes students of all faiths, customs, cultures, and beliefs. "Honor Above All," academic excellence and education in Mind, Body, and Spirit reflect Saint Andrew's experience. We are committed to educating the "whole child" while instilling a dedication to lifelong learning. 

Saint Andrew’s School seeks employees who are committed to our mission to provide educational excellence in an inclusive community, fostering lifelong learning and nurturing each individual in mind, body, and spirit in the Episcopal tradition. 

Position Summary:
Saint Andrew’s School is seeking a Performing Arts Instructor responsible for providing an educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth; and for organizing and implementing an instructional program that will result in students achieving academic and artistic success.  

This position will be responsible for teaching a combination of dance classes to students in grades 4-8, and will also support choreography for the fall Novemberfest and spring Celebration of Dance, as well as choreography for the Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School musical productions. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement dance curriculum in alignment with the performing arts department expectations
• Implement instructional activities that actively engage students in meaningful learning
• Collaborate with departmental colleagues to best support students in the theatre and dance productions and performances 
• Communicate effectively with students, parents and colleagues on a regular basis
• Create performing arts course documentation as determined by the divisional and department expectations, working to vertically align curriculum
• Collaborate with the Director of Performing Arts to verify student eligibility and communicate course requirements
• Regularly attend all division, department, and production meetings
• This position may serve as an advisor
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Performing Arts

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; Master’s degree preferred 
• Outstanding teaching skills, with a minimum of 5 years teaching experience preferred
• At least three years teaching in an independent school or equivalent experience
• A strong background in curriculum and instruction in discipline specific content
• Possess a collegiality and willingness to collaborate with colleagues
• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote an inclusive school culture
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to a growth mindset and continuous professional development

Physical Demands:  Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, and for the majority of the work day. May be required to lift up to 25 pounds.

Saint Andrew’s School is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, gender, race, religion, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability or handicap, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirement of all federal, state, and local laws. 

Saint Andrew’s is a drug-free workplace. All employees must successfully maintain an acceptable Level II criminal background check.  Saint Andrew’s School may, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet the school’s changing needs.

About Saint Andrew's School

Saint Andrew's School is an independent, co-educational school for grades PK-12, Saint Andrew's is both a day school and a boarding school, educating students from across the United States and throughout the world. As a college preparatory school in the Episcopal tradition, Saint Andrew's welcomes students of all faiths, customs, cultures, and beliefs. "Honor Above All," academic excellence and education in Mind, Body, and Spirit reflect Saint Andrew's experience. We are committed to educating the "whole child" while instilling a dedication to lifelong learning. Saint Andrew’s School seeks employees who are committed to our mission to provide educational excellence in an inclusive community, fostering lifelong learning and nurturing each individual in mind, body, and spirit in the Episcopal tradition. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds and experiences will help us promote an inclusive school culture. We are committed to respecting the dignity of each member of our community, and we strive to recruit a diverse and talented faculty and staff.

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