2027 Classroom Teacher; Dance - Port Arthur Elementary Campus

Position: [2026-2027] Classroom Teacher (Dance) - Port Arthur Elementary Campus
OPENS: 11/17/2025

CLOSES: Until Filled

JOB TITLE: Classroom Teacher (Dance)

REPORTS TO: Campus Director

DEPT. / SCHOOL: Academic / Bob Hope School / Port Arthur Elementary Campus

WAGE / HOUR STATUS: Exempt/Full Time

PAY GRADE:  Teacher Salary Schedule (prorated for number of days employed)

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Elementary Dance Teacher will develop and deliver engaging dance instruction to students in grades K-5, with a focus on fostering creativity, discipline, and a love for movement. While instruction will cover a variety of dance styles, a portion of the curriculum will emphasize ballet fundamentals, technique, and artistry appropriate for elementary learners. The teacher will create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment that encourages self-expression, teamwork, and physical fitness.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university

• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong classroom and behavior management skills.

• Creativity in lesson planning and performance choreography.

• Passion for the arts and student success.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES?

Plan, prepare, and deliver age-appropriate dance lessons incorporating various dance genres, with a dedicated focus on ballet technique and fundamentals.

Teach basic ballet positions, terminology, posture, and movement sequences suitable for elementary students.

Integrate creative movement activities that enhance coordination, rhythm, flexibility, and self-confidence.

Prepare students for performances, showcases, and special events.

Maintain a safe and organized dance environment, ensuring proper use of equipment and adherence to safety guidelines.

Collaborate with other faculty members to integrate dance into interdisciplinary projects and school events.

Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to support growth and skill development.

Promote positive classroom management strategies that encourage respect, cooperation, and engagement.

Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.

Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.

Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curriculum as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.

Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aides(s) and volunteer(s).

Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.

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 Director.

Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.

Create and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students and is congruent with the teaching philosophy, Board of Education policy and goals of the district.

Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

Encourage students to meet acceptable standards of classroom behavior as defined in the Student Code of Conduct

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principal, and teachers.

Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

Keep informed of and complies with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Maintain regular attendance.

Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and colleagues concerning academic, attendance and behavioral progress of students.

Check and respond to e-mail and voice mail daily.

Take precautions to protect students.

Make provisions to be available to students and parents for educationally-related purposes outside the instructional day when necessary and under reasonable terms.

Abide by the school's…