Middle School Movement and Dance Teacher (IMMEDIATE OPENING)

Match has an immediate opening for a full-time Dance and Movement Teacher who can help continue to build the arts program at Match Middle School. The position is based at Matchs middle school campus on 215 Forest Hills Jamaica Plain and entails designing and delivering a curriculum for middle school students who will have Arts classes during the regular school day. Working hours are Monday-Friday 7am-2:45pm. Professional development on Wednesdays runs until 4:30pm. The salary range for teachers new to Match is $ and is determined by the candidates prior years of full-time teaching experience. Match offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes 90% coverage of employee health insurance costs and up to $150/month in loan repayment assistance. We are only able to consider applicants who have current US work authorization. OVERVIEW OF ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe Dance and Movement Teacher will offer a mix of engaging and interactive classes with a curriculum appropriate for middle school students. There is a budget available for equipment and supplies. The Dance and Movement Teacher will:Design curriculum and teach Dance and Movement classesTeach classes at multiple grade levelsAssist with duties to uphold a positive and safe school cultureParticipate in regular professional development coaching sessions and faculty meetingsPerforms other duties assigned as a member of the school facultyPM20QUALIFICATIONSResearch has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they dont believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. Our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job. We encourage you to apply even if you dont believe you meet every one of our qualifications described or you have a less traditional background. We are looking for applicants who the following qualifications: Has at least 1-3 years prior experience as a Dance and Movement teacher ideally with middle school studentsMeet teacher certification requirements set by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education or can meet the certification requirements within a year of date of hire;Articulate a clear vision for a middle school school Movement and Dance curriculumDemonstrate skill in designing and delivering lessonsDemonstrate skill in building effective relationships with students and colleaguesHold a deep belief that all students can and will succeedPossess a desire to continually improve their practice as an educator by taking and implementing feedback