Performing Arts Teacher

About the role

The Performing Arts Teacher at SEED Miami is responsible for providing high-quality instruction in performing arts disciplines, including theater, drama, music, dance, and/or performance studies for students in grades 6-12. The teacher supports SEED Miami's college-preparatory mission by cultivating students' artistic expression, creativity, confidence, and technical performance skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and deliver engaging standards-aligned performing arts instruction for students in grades 6-12.
• Develop and implement a curriculum that promotes artistic growth, creativity, performance skills, and appreciation of the performing arts.
• Design lessons that incorporate a variety of instructional methodologies, performance techniques, and artistic experiences.
• Integrate literacy strategies into performing arts instruction to support student learning across content areas.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Examine student assessment data and performance outcomes to inform instructional decisions and improve student achievement.
• Establish and maintain a classroom and rehearsal environment conducive to learning, creativity, and student success.
• Submit lesson plans and instructional materials as required by assigned administrators.
• Organize, direct, and supervise student performances, productions, showcases, exhibitions, concerts, and other school-based performing arts events.
• Develop opportunities for students to demonstrate artistic skills through performances and community engagement activities.
• Maintain performance spaces, equipment, instruments, costumes, props, and instructional materials.
• Foster student participation in performing arts programs and extracurricular opportunities.
• Promote appreciation for the arts throughout the school community.
• Collaborate with fellow SEED staff regarding student support, curriculum planning, professional development, and assessment design.
• Co-plan and co-teach with Exceptional Student Education (ESE) teachers to ensure the needs of all learners are met.
• Identify students requiring additional support and collaborate with appropriate personnel to provide interventions.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, progress reports, and performance evaluations.
• Provide timely and ongoing communication to students and families regarding academic and artistic progress.
• Contribute to a positive student-adult school culture consistent with the SEED Model of Care.
• Engage in home visits according to school protocols and expectations.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, performances, and opportunities for involvement.
• Support school initiatives and community partnerships that promote student achievement and engagement.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, workshops, and school-sponsored activities.
• Assist in classroom, campus, and building supervision and student discipline in accordance with the school's Model of Care.
• Adhere to all professional and ethical standards outlined in the SEED Miami Staff Manual.
• Perform other duties as assigned by school leadership.

Core Competencies

• Demonstrates an understanding of and respect for individual differences and cultural diversity.
• Takes responsibility for individual actions and outcomes, ensuring tasks are completed with reliability and quality.
• Remains focused and positive in the face of challenges, continuously persevering towards goals despite obstacles.
• Adheres to strong moral principles and ethical standards, even when it’s difficult or inconvenient.
• Practices mindfulness and expresses gratitude regularly, which boosts morale and encourages collaboration.
• Sets personal goals and actively builds on them through self-improvement, learning new skills, and expanding knowledge.

Compensation & Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Group Life, Voluntary Life
• 403B Deferred Compensation up to 6% Employer Match.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Performing Arts, Theatre, Drama, Music, Dance, Arts Education, or a closely related field.
• Current Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) certification or Statement of Eligibility in an appropriate subject area.
• 2-4 years of successful teaching experience in performing arts or a related discipline.
• Experience directing theatrical productions, concerts, showcases, or other student performances.
• ESOL Endorsement (if applicable).
• Experience working with culturally diverse student populations.
• Experience in a college-preparatory, charter, or boarding school environment.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Drug & Level 2 Fingerprint screening ( https://info.flclearinghouse.com )