Head Dance Coach

Effective Date of Employment:
Beginning of Season 2026-27

Application Deadline:
March 16 2026 - 4:00 p.m.

Application Procedures:
All Candidates: Apply onlineat as an External Applicant

Job Summary:
The Dance Coach is designs and leads the fall dance team program choreographing routines for football games pep rallies and community events. Reporting to the Athletic Director the coach plans and conducts regular practices manages tryouts and team selection and collaborates with band athletic and administrative this role the coach fosters a positive inclusive culture that develops students technical skills leadership qualities and academic balance while ensuring compliance with MSHSL regulations and embodying district 196s core values of perseverance respect integrity excellence and leadership.


Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive dance program that aligns with the schools mission and goals
• Provide skill development and training sessions for dance team members
• Create and choreograph dance routines for performances competitions and events
• Prepare the team for competitions and oversee their participation in various dance events
• Foster a positive and inclusive team culture promoting sportsmanship and teamwork among the dancers
• Monitor and ensure the safety and well-being of the team during practices performances and trips
• Collaborate with the Athletics Department to manage administrative tasks including budgeting scheduling and communications
• Maintain regular communication with dancers parents and school administrators regarding team activities and updates
• Attend team meetings coaching workshops and professional development opportunities as required

Qualifications:

• Previous experience coaching or participating in dance programs preferably at the high school level
• Strong dance background and expertise in various dance styles including jazz hip-hop and contemporary
• Knowledge of dance techniques choreography principles and performance skills
• Ability to motivate and inspire students fostering a positive and supportive team environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with dancers parents and school staff
• Organizational skills to manage practice schedules competitions and other team activities
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation for travel to competitions and events
  
  
  Responsible To:
  Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Athletics
  
  Compensation:
  According to contractual agreement.
  
  
  Our team of dedicated educators is committed to the mission ofEducating developing and inspiring our students for lifelong success.Our core values are student-centered based in empathy and integrity to support the wellbeing of the whole person and learning with high expectations for all. Our culture of collaboration fosters an environment of inclusivity engagement and belonging for all students and inspires a love of learning for all ages. Our vision is to provide the experiences that our students families and employees desire by developing the whole student and honoring diverse needs and cultures; engaging students with opportunities in academics arts and athletics (Triple A philosophy) and living our mission to prepare students for lifelong success.
  
  District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice serving more than 29000 students and 160000 residents in the cities of Rosemount Apple Valley Eagan Burnsville Coates Empire Inver Grove Heights and Lakeville and Vermillion Township. District 196 is the third largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County with more than 4000 full- and part-time employees. District 196 has been named to Forbes list of Americas Best-in-State Employers multiple times based on a survey asking employees to rate their employers and how likely they would be to recommend them to others.
  
  District 196 has 20 elementary schools (grades K-5); six middle schools (grades 6-8); four high schools (grades 9-12); an optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors; an Area Learning Center high school program; a K-12 special education school and a special education program serving young adults ages 18-22. The district also operates three learning centers that provide early childhood and Adult Basic Education services and offers extensive community education programs and classes for learners of all ages.
  
  Equal Opportunity Employer
  As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities including vocational opportunities on the basis of sex race religion color creed national origin marital status familial status* disability status with regard to public assistance sexual orientation gender identity membership or activity in a local human rights commission* age or genetic information.* District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups.
  
  The Director of Human Resources Joel Milteer ï½ ) is thedesignated Title IX Coordinator and has also been designated to respond to employment-related inquiries regarding the districts non-discrimination policies. The Director of Elementary Education Jeremy Sorenson ï½ ) and the Director of Secondary Education Eric Hansen ï½ ) have been designated to respond to student-related inquiries regarding the districts non-discrimination policies. The Director of Special Education Janet Fimmen ï½ ) has been designated to respond to inquiries concerning the rights of a student with a disability. The mailing address for all directors isrd Street W Rosemount MN 55068. Title IX inquiries may also be referred to the Assistant Secretary of the US Office for Civil Rights (OCR).
  
  *Asterisked categories are limited to employment-related discrimination and harassment.