Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:
San Bernardino City Unified School District is seeking an innovative and enthusiastic Dance Teacher to deliver engaging dance education across multiple school sites. In this itinerant position, the teacher will develop and implement a high-quality dance program aligned with the California Visual and Performing Arts Framework, fostering students' artistic expression, physical development, and appreciation for dance.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, and implement an engaging, standards-aligned dance curriculum suitable for students at various grade levels across multiple district locations.
• Foster an inclusive, creative, and inspiring classroom environment that encourages student participation and promotes self-expression through dance.
• Effectively integrate instructional technology and various resources to enrich students' educational experiences in dance.
• Regularly assess student performance, adapt instructional strategies based on assessment results, and clearly communicate student progress to parents and school staff.
• Coordinate and prepare students for performances, shows, and community engagement events at school, district, and regional levels.
• Collaborate effectively with administrators, colleagues, and parents to ensure a cohesive district-wide dance program.
• Actively participate in Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) department meetings, professional development sessions, and district-sponsored arts events.
• Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned, particularly during district emergencies, crises, or special circumstances.

Qualifications:

• Valid California K-12 Single Subject Credential in Dance, Physical Education (issued prior to January 1, 2022), or Multiple Subject Teaching Credential with a Dance or Physical Education Supplement.
• English Language Learner Authorization (CLAD, BCLAD, or equivalent).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Dance, Dance Education, or Kinesiology.
• Experience creating and delivering comprehensive, developmentally appropriate dance instruction.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Valid California driver's license and reliable personal transportation for district-wide travel (auto liability insurance required).

Physical Requirements:

• Physical stamina and agility to actively engage in instructional dance activities, including prolonged periods of demonstration and classroom management.
• Adequate visual and auditory capabilities necessary for effective instruction and interaction with students.

Education & Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees preferred.
• Valid California Single Subject Credential in Dance or relevant credential with EL authorization.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive annual salary: $66,593 – $121,493, dependent on education, credentials, and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits package.

Position Details:

• Employment Type: Certificated, Itinerant
• Length of Work Year: Full-Time, 186 workdays (traditional calendar)
• Reports To: District VAPA Coordinator

About San Bernardino City Unified School District:
San Bernardino City Unified School District is dedicated to diversity, equity, and educational excellence. Our inclusive environments support creativity and personal growth, and we maintain a strict policy prohibiting discrimination, harassment, and bullying. SBCUSD seeks passionate educators eager to positively impact our vibrant student community.

Application Information:
Interested candidates should click the "Apply" button on School Gig and submit the following documents:

• Current Resume
• Three recent letters of recommendation
• Copy of California Teaching Credential
• Unofficial transcripts
• Relevant test scores (CSET, CBEST, Praxis, etc.)

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