Job Description
The Harpeth Hall School seeks a part-time Middle School Dance Teacher to teach 8th grade. The ideal candidate is a student-centered, creative dance educator who is enthusiastic about working with middle school girls and is committed to innovative pedagogy and collaboration with colleagues. Excellent writing and communication skills are a requirement of this role.
Experience teaching middle school-aged dance students is preferred, as is curriculum development. Candidates with past experience in school settings will be given priority. A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
● Teach ballet, contemporary, creative movement, jazz, hip-hop, and tap.
● Monitor, assess, and document student growth and skill development.
● Foster a safe and supportive learning environment that promotes lifelong healthy habits and teamwork.
● Potential to teach in the afterschool dance program.
Harpeth Hall is committed to being an inclusive school community, and we seek educators who embrace our school values and who are dedicated to providing all students with the support and opportunities they need to grow in every aspect of learning. The position is part-time and exempt and begins January 4, 2027.
Candidates should complete an online application and submit a letter of interest and resume at harpethhall.org.
Harpeth Hall is an independent, college-preparatory school for young women where each student realizes her highest intellectual ability in the sciences, the humanities, and the arts, and discovers her creative and athletic talents. Harpeth Hall develops responsible citizens who have global perspectives and make meaningful contributions to their communities and the world. With a tradition of excellence and a commitment to lifelong learning, Harpeth Hall educates young women to think critically, to lead confidently, and to live honorably.