Dance Teacher

Merryhill School

Milpitas CA 95035 US

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Spring Education Group is a multi-brand education network of superior private school institutions spanning infant care through high school. The network (currently composed of approximately 220 schools) brings together some of the best private school programs in the country, with proven track records educating children through unique and carefully crafted curricula.

Dance Teacher – Merryhill School

What We Offer

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid holidays and sick days
401k plan with company match
Tuition discounts for your children
Professional development
Education reimbursement and partnerships

About the Role
As a Dance Teacher at Merryhill School, you will inspire students through high-quality dance instruction that fosters creativity, self-expression, confidence, and a deep appreciation for the performing arts. You will guide students across grade levels in jazz, contemporary, hip-hop, and other styles while promoting discipline, collaboration, and joy in movement. We are looking for a dynamic educator who can create an inclusive, energetic learning environment and bring dance to life for students of varying ages and abilities.

You will also:

Develop and implement a comprehensive dance curriculum that includes jazz, contemporary, and hip-hop
Choreograph and manage dance performances for parents, school events, and showcases
Teach dance classes to grades 1–6 and middle school elective courses (up to ~24 students per class)
Encourage exploration of diverse dance styles, techniques, and creative expression
Maintain strong, proactive communication with families regarding student progress
Create and maintain an organized, safe, and engaging classroom environment
Collaborate with faculty and staff to integrate dance education into the broader school curriculum

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Dance Education or a related field from an accredited institution
Teaching certification in dance preferred
Prior teaching experience, especially in a school environment, preferred
Strong knowledge of jazz, contemporary, and hip-hop dance styles
Ability to choreograph for varied age groups and skill levels
Ability to pass state and federal background checks
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Passion for dance education and commitment to student growth

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.

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