Performing Arts Teacher (Music, Dance & Theater)

• Location: Washington D.C.

• Model: Dual-Language Immersion

• Start Date: August 2026

Sela was founded to dismantle educational inequity racial segregation and cultural isolation. We provide a space where students are celebrated as they begin their journey as global citizens. As a bilingual Hebrew-English school we proudly serve over 280 students from Pre-K3 through 5th grade in the heart of DC.

As the Performing Arts Teacher you will introduce our elementary students to the joyful worlds of music creative movement/dance and dramatic play/ this role you will design and deliver a vibrant multi-sensory arts curriculum tailored to diverse elementary age groups. You will collaborate with classroom homeroom teachers (both English and Hebrew) to weave linguistic and cultural elements into your lessons ensuring a seamless high-energy arts experience that builds confidence self-expression and collaboration for our diverse student body.

• Design standards-aligned elementary arts lesson plans that integrate music (rhythm singing instrumentation) dance (creative movement choreography) and theater (storytelling dramatic play script work).

• Create a balanced approach of structured arts instruction and purposeful creative exploration that accommodates diverse learning styles and elementary developmental milestones.

• Regularly assess student engagement artistic development and creative growth through informal and observational assessment data to tailor instruction and foster inclusion.

• Maintain an inviting high-energy and nurturing studio/classroom environment through effective positive classroom management and developmentally appropriate routines tailored to elementary learners.

• Partner closely with homeroom teachers fellow arts specialists and instructional leaders to support school-wide events integrate language concepts where appropriate and ensure a unified student experience.

• Uphold the firm belief that all students can achieve and express themselves at high levels fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and validates each childs unique voice.

• Plan and deliver engaging hands-on arts instruction (Music Dance and Theater) tailored to the elementary school level.

• Develop instructional materials and utilize diverse instruments props and storytelling tools that support student engagement and differentiated learning.

• Establish clear student-friendly creative objectives and regularly encourage student reflection and individual expression.

• Participate in collaborative planning with elementary and arts teams.

• Create and maintain a safe respectful warm and physically secure space for movement and performance.

• Implement classroom management practices that promote safety collaboration spatial awareness and active participation.

• Foster student voice confidence imagination and independent artistic choices.

• Ensure equitable access to instruments costumes props and learning resources.

• Collaborate with special education teachers English learner specialists counselors and support staff to ensure the performing arts are accessible to all learners.

• Participate in student support processes including identifying students who thrive in creative modalities or need modified physical or auditory supports.

• Implement accommodations and modifications as required by Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) 504 Plans or other student support plans.

• Maintain regular professional communication with families regarding elementary arts milestones sharing glimpses of their childrens creative achievements.

• Support plan or participate in school community gatherings winter showcases or family engagement opportunities that highlight student creative work.

• Participate in professional development staff meetings and required school training.

• Engage in instructional coaching cycles and feedback processes to continuously refine arts education teaching practices.

• Demonstrate professionalism reliability and accountability in all job responsibilities.

• Contribute positively to the schools professional culture and collaborative work environment.

• Comply with all applicable school policies procedures and professional expectations.

• Maintain student confidentiality in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and other applicable laws.

• Serve as a mandated reporter and comply with all child abuse reporting requirements under applicable law.

• Follow school policies related to student supervision safety physical movement limitations and conduct.

• Maintain accurate and timely student records including participation tracking and attendance.

• Education: Bachelors degree from an accredited institution (Masters degree in Music Education Dance Education Theater Education or Elementary Arts preferred).

• Expertise: Deep knowledge of elementary arts pedagogy including rhythm development creative movement and dramatic storytelling. A teaching license is preferred but not required.

• Experience: At least two years of elementary arts teaching experience with a proven track record of creating engaging age-appropriate performances or classes.

• Skills: Exceptional oral and written communication; ability to sing move play an instrument (preferred but not required) and inspire a diverse group of learners.

• Eligibility: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Sela PCS offers a competitive salary scale based on experience and education.

• Salary Range: $58525 - $98328 (View our full Salary Scale)

• Benefits: Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance.