Dance Teacher Leave Replacement (K-12)

The Nightingale-Bamford School seeks a Dance Teacher sabbatical leave replacement for the Fall Semester 2026-2027.

This is a part-time (.75FTE) temporary exempt position starting on August 31 2026

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but are not limited to):

• Teaching 8 sections of Dance in the Lower and Middle Schools with the potential of teaching and Upper School Dance History Class
• Ability to create and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that complements existing K-12 dance curriculum
• Willingness to be an active participant in the Professional Community including weekly meetings (Tuesdays 3:30-5:00)
• Complete grade reports (Lower School in December; Middle School in January).
• Ability to manage class sizes of 25 students and maintain a safe supportive space for all dancers
• Contributing to curriculum development and revision in collaboration with other faculty
• Pursuing appropriate professional development to build content knowledge incorporate new pedagogical approaches and keep current in the field
• Additional tasks and duties as assigned

• Bachelors degree in Dance or a related subject MFA preferred
• Embodied dance practice and expertise in ballet modern and jazz
• Three to five years teaching Dance at the elementary or middle school level
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Employing best practices of pedagogy

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• A shared understanding of the mission of the School
• Cultural competence and the ability to work thoughtfully and respectfully across difference
• Imagination kindness and a generosity of spirit with colleagues and students
• Excellent attention to detail professional attitude good judgment a high level of integrity and a strong work ethic
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to work collaboratively with varied constituents
• Superb oral and written communication skills
• The ability to problem-solve take initiative and prioritize effectively

SALARY

In compliance with NYCs Pay Transparency Act this .75 FTE positions annual salary range is $56250- $80000. When extending an offer Nightingale considers factors such as (but not limited to) the positions scope and responsibilities the candidates work experience education/training key skills internal peer equity and market and organizational considerations.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter and resume online at THE NIGHTINGALE-BAMFORD SCHOOL

Founded by two bold visionary educators in 1920 The Nightingale-Bamford Schools mission is to inspire girls to go beyond barriers. Tied to this mission is a broader vision of students who are joyful learners who have the intellectual depth and courage to be critical thinkers compassionate citizens and agents of their own lives. Nightingale educates girls minds and hearts and in so doing infuses their lives with meaningful relationships teaching them to value difference as a means of growth and empowering them to question the status quo with confidence empathy resilience and reason. Nightingale is deeply committed to cultivating a community rooted in principals of belonging and inclusion the foundations of excellent teaching and learning. We expect all community members to engage thoughtfully and responsibly in this work.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of the School to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship age sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression military status marital status familial status caregiver status predisposing genetic characteristics actual or perceived domestic violence victim status disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Schools employment practices and decisions adhere to the principles of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity.

The School does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law including but not limited to with respect to recruiting interviewing hiring staffing training promotions compensation practices employee benefits school-administered programs discipline and termination of employment. The School maintains zero tolerance for violations of this policy and expects all employees to abide by and support this policy without reservation.