Coach (Prop 28): Dance Coach (Year Long) - James Lick High School

About the Role

The East Side Union High School District (ESUHSD) seeks a skilled and passionate Dance Coach with expertise in a variety of genres including but not limited to hip-hop, jazz, tap, ballet, and modern to support in-class dance instruction during the regular school day. The coach will work alongside a credentialed teacher at District High Schools, supporting intermediate, advanced, and company-level classes. This role includes instruction, rehearsal preparation, and performance support at one or more school sites, contributing to high-quality dance education for a diverse student body.

Responsibilities

• Deliver in-class dance coaching in collaboration with site dance teacher
• Teach technical skills, choreography, and performance readiness in assigned genres
• Choreograph or support student choreography for school productions and district events
• Foster student creativity, discipline, and teamwork in a culturally responsive and inclusive environment
• Attend and assist in tech rehearsals and performances
• Communicate effectively with site staff, students, and families as needed
• Support costume planning, rehearsal management, and show logistics
• May be assigned to District Dance courses at multiple sites to meet base assignment requirements

Requirements

• Proven experience in teaching and choreographing jazz and at least one other genre (jazz, tap, ballet, or hip hop)
• Experience teaching high school-aged students in an educational or studio setting
• Strong classroom management and culturally responsive teaching practices
• Must complete Edjoin online application, submit resume, and provide letters of recommendation/reference
• Selected candidates must pass fingerprint clearance and provide current TB test results prior to employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or formal training in Dance or Performing Arts
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred
• Familiarity with public school arts programs and working with diverse student populations

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• 100% benefits coverage for employees and their dependents
• Focus on personal professional development