Lower School Part-Time Dance Teacher

SCALE: Professional

CONTRACT: Professional Scale Contract

SUPERVISOR: Performing Arts Chair and Lower School Principal

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lower School Dance Teacher delivers engaging, creative, and developmentally appropriate dance instruction to Grades 3 through 5 students. This position is integral to the Performing Arts department, working in collaboration with the Lower School Music team, particularly in connection with Orff-based instruction. Dance classes are scheduled from 9:50 to 10:35 a.m. on a 10-day cycle, with 9 days of instruction and 1 day dedicated to team meetings and planning.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Instruction and Curriculum Collaboration

Design and teach dynamic, movement-based dance lessons for Grades 3–5, focusing on creativity, expression, and performance.

Collaborate closely with the Lower School Music teachers to integrate dance into the Orff curriculum for Grades 3–4, where students rotate through dance instruction each quarter.

Performance and Parent Engagement

Organize and lead quarterly Informance presentations for Grades 3–4, providing parents insight into student learning during class time.

Teach dance to Grade 5 students year-round, culminating in a performance at the end of each semester. Each performance should include a 6–8 minute piece combining student and teacher choreography across a variety of dance styles and musical selections.

School-Wide Events and Collaboration

Partner with the Lower School Music team to support and co-lead end-of-semester assemblies and other community performance opportunities.

Classroom Culture and Student Growth

Foster a positive, inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to express themselves through movement.

Promote student confidence, collaboration, and creativity through performance-based learning experiences.

IDEAL TRAITS / CHARACTERISTICS

Passion, joy, and enthusiasm for teaching.

Empathy and understanding of diverse family and student needs.

Patience, kindness, and a student-centered teaching approach.

A strong commitment to the TAS mission and a willingness to go above and beyond for students and the school community.

Flexibility, adaptability, and creative problem-solving skills.

Qualifications:

Must have experience in teaching dance to elementary level dancers. Specifically, familiar with creative movement & Laban Movement.

Must have BA.

To Apply

Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references through the online link below. Please note that direct applications via email or other channels will not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as Taipei American School reserves the right to close the selection process at any time.