JV Dance Team Coach

About the role

We are looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and qualified coach to join our Delano High School Dance Team faculty for the competitive winter season, starting in October 2026.

Responsibilities

• Assist coaching for one of our five level dance teams, B-Squad, Junior Varsity, and Varsity in both jazz and high kick categories.
• Choreograph at least one routine in either style.
• Lead by example and provide guidance to the students.
• Run workouts and practice schedules.
• Collaborate with coaching staff to develop practice plans and schedules, daily, weekly, and monthly.
• Correspondence with parents and athletic directors to coordinate and resolve any concerns.
• Work under the direction of the head coach and activities department towards the development of the entire dance program.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal communication and written skills
• Time management skills
• Evidence of good human relations skills in working with students, staff, parents and community.
• Strong work ethic and dedication to furthering the benefits of participation in co-curricular activities.
• Choreography experience
• Prior dance team experience (1+ years)
• Ability to commute to Delano, MN 3-5 days per week
• Availability on Saturdays from November-February for competitions
• Ability to be certified by MSHSL

Compensation

Compensation is in accordance with Schedule C of the Teacher Master Agreement, page 48.