Dance Teacher, 2026-2027
- Duncan Elementary School of the Arts
- Duncan, South Carolina
- Full Time
Dance Teacher, 2026-2027
Spartanburg School District 5
Duncan Elementary School of the Arts - Duncan, South Carolina
This job is also posted in CERRA-SC, and Spartanburg School District 5
Job Details
Job ID:5730927
Application Deadline:Posted until filled
Posted:May 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:Jul 30, 2026
Job Description
POSITION: Dance Teacher, 2025-2026
LOCATION: Duncan Elementary School for the Arts
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and experience as required by state certification authorities
REPORTS TO: Building Administrator
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under general supervision assists students in learning subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teach dance using a variety of styles and methodologies, starting at the beginner level, including but not limited to ballet, jazz, modern, hip-hop, and cultural dance forms.
Develop and implement engaging and standards-based dance curriculums in accordance with the SC Department of Education's curriculum guide and indicators for dance education.
Prepare appropriate lesson plans to meet the developmental needs of middle and high school students.
Align instruction with South Carolina College- and Career-Ready Standards for Visual and Performing Arts Proficiency.
Communicate effectively with a diverse group of students, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.
Engage, encourage, and motivate students to set and achieve personal and artistic goals.
Evaluate student performance through assessments and provide constructive feedback for improvement.
Choreograph routines and select appropriate music for school performances, competitions, and events.
Collaborate with other staff and departments to integrate performances into broader school programs.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and maintain the care of property, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies fairly and consistently.
Recognize and follow the chain of command as designated by board policies and/or administrative procedures.
Participate in school and district staff development programs as assigned by the principal or superintendent.
Attend staff meetings, serve on committees, and contribute to co-curricular activities as assigned.
Present a positive image of Spartanburg District Five Schools in all interactions with the community.
Maintain punctuality and responsibility in performing assigned duties and activities.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Conducts duties in a classroom environment with no significant exposure to environmental conditions. Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require constant attention and working with students. Physical demands are restricted to classroom work requiring lifting/moving of items up to 25 pounds. Occasional local travel is required; no overnight travel is required. Job requires the operation of standard office equipment.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:
This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.
Salary: Teacher Salary Schedule (190 days)
FLSA: Exempt
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Statement of Non-Discrimination
Discrimination of all persons is prohibited with regard to employment and any other program or activity on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, color, immigrant status, English speaking status or disabling condition in District Five Schools of Spartanburg County as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended. Section 504 Coordinator, Director of Special Services; Title IX Coordinator, Chief Administrative Officer.
Position Type:Full-Time
Spartanburg School District 5
Duncan Elementary School of the Arts - Duncan, South Carolina
This job is also posted in CERRA-SC, and Spartanburg School District 5
Job Details
Job ID:5730927
Application Deadline:Posted until filled
Posted:May 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:Jul 30, 2026
Job Description
POSITION: Dance Teacher, 2025-2026
LOCATION: Duncan Elementary School for the Arts
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and experience as required by state certification authorities
REPORTS TO: Building Administrator
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under general supervision assists students in learning subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teach dance using a variety of styles and methodologies, starting at the beginner level, including but not limited to ballet, jazz, modern, hip-hop, and cultural dance forms.
Develop and implement engaging and standards-based dance curriculums in accordance with the SC Department of Education's curriculum guide and indicators for dance education.
Prepare appropriate lesson plans to meet the developmental needs of middle and high school students.
Align instruction with South Carolina College- and Career-Ready Standards for Visual and Performing Arts Proficiency.
Communicate effectively with a diverse group of students, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.
Engage, encourage, and motivate students to set and achieve personal and artistic goals.
Evaluate student performance through assessments and provide constructive feedback for improvement.
Choreograph routines and select appropriate music for school performances, competitions, and events.
Collaborate with other staff and departments to integrate performances into broader school programs.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and maintain the care of property, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies fairly and consistently.
Recognize and follow the chain of command as designated by board policies and/or administrative procedures.
Participate in school and district staff development programs as assigned by the principal or superintendent.
Attend staff meetings, serve on committees, and contribute to co-curricular activities as assigned.
Present a positive image of Spartanburg District Five Schools in all interactions with the community.
Maintain punctuality and responsibility in performing assigned duties and activities.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Conducts duties in a classroom environment with no significant exposure to environmental conditions. Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require constant attention and working with students. Physical demands are restricted to classroom work requiring lifting/moving of items up to 25 pounds. Occasional local travel is required; no overnight travel is required. Job requires the operation of standard office equipment.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:
This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.
Salary: Teacher Salary Schedule (190 days)
FLSA: Exempt
We strongly recommend that you sign-up for job alerts and check back frequently for new job postings on the Job Listings page. When the appropriate vacancy does arise, you can log-on to your account and quickly transfer your application to be considered for that position.
Statement of Non-Discrimination
Discrimination of all persons is prohibited with regard to employment and any other program or activity on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, color, immigrant status, English speaking status or disabling condition in District Five Schools of Spartanburg County as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended. Section 504 Coordinator, Director of Special Services; Title IX Coordinator, Chief Administrative Officer.
Position Type:Full-Time
Job ID: 522061192
Originally Posted on: 5/21/2026
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