4th-8th Grade Dance Teacher

Culture

Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making
Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things
Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making
Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff
Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset
Foster positive climate and culture
Serve as a positive role model

Preparation, Instruction and Assessment

Implement the DS Model
Provide consistent opportunities for all students to work on grade-appropriate assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding
Deliver strong Instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learning
Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson aligned to grade-level standards that engage students in rigorous learning experiences
Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts the student in the drivers seat and integrates their needs, strengths and interests into the learning
Maintain inventory of all instructional materials
Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies, making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards
Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness
Participate in all required professional development and meetings

Requirements (minimum)

• Bachelors Degree
• Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment (IL or MI)
• Content Area Endorsement - Academic expertise in related field of study (Art, Dance, Media, Music, Physical Education)
• Technology demands:
• Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple sources
• Proficient with cloud based software solutions (such as GoogleSuite)
• Ability to learn digital tools and and programs as needed for the position
• Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration
• Commitment to supporting students social, emotional and academic development

Physical demands

• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling
• Some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling
• Significant fine finger dexterity
• Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing

Benefits

• 25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual-based personal time bank
• 12 weeks family paid leave
• Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 403b match
• Fully match up to 3%
• 50% match up to 5%
• Professional development including tuition reimbursement
• Gym and wellness discounts
• And more

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EEO

Distinctive Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.