[2026-2027] Classroom Teacher (Dance) - Beaumont Campus

OPENS: 11/17/2025CLOSES: Until FilledJOB TITLE: Classroom Teacher (Dance)REPORTS TO: Campus DirectorDEPT. / SCHOOL: Academic / Bob Hope School /Beaumont CampusWAGE / HOUR STATUS: Exempt/Full TimePAY GRADE: 2026-2027 Teacher Salary Schedule (prorated for number of days employed)PRIMARY PURPOSE:The Elementary Dance Teacher will develop and deliver engaging dance instruction to students in grades K-5, with a focus on fostering creativity, discipline, and a love for movement. While instruction will cover a variety of dance styles, a portion of the curriculum will emphasize ballet fundamentals, technique, and artistry appropriate for elementary learners. The teacher will create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment that encourages self-expression, teamwork, and physical fitness.QUALIFICATIONS:Education:Bachelor's degree from accredited universityValid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned.Special Knowledge/Skills:Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Strong classroom and behavior management skills.Creativity in lesson planning and performance choreography.Passion for the arts and student success.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES?Plan, prepare, and deliver age-appropriate dance lessons incorporating various dance genres, with a dedicated focus on ballet technique and fundamentals.Teach basic ballet positions, terminology, posture, and movement sequences suitable for elementary students.Integrate creative movement activities that enhance coordination, rhythm, flexibility, and self-confidence.Prepare students for performances, showcases, and special events.Maintain a safe and organized dance environment, ensuring proper use of equipment and adherence to safety guidelines.Collaborate with other faculty members to integrate dance into interdisciplinary projects and school events.Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to support growth and skill development.Promote positive classroom management strategies that encourage respect, cooperation, and engagement.Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curriculum as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aides(s) and volunteer(s).Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the Campus Director.Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.Create and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students and is congruent with the teaching philosophy, Board of Education policy and goals of the district.Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.Encourage students to meet acceptable standards of classroom behavior as defined in the Student Code of ConductTake all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principal, and teachers.Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.Keep informed of and complies with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.Maintain regular attendance.Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and colleagues concerning academic, attendance and behavioral progress of students.Check and respond to e-mail and voice mail daily.Take precautions to protect students.Make provisions to be available to students and parents for educationally-related purposes outside the instructional day when necessary and under reasonable terms.Abide by the school's grading policy.Maintain records of student attendance and performance.Maintain an accurate and up-to-date grade book and at any specified time student grade information can be produced.Maintain records as required by law and district policy.Uphold and enforce all school policies and state regulations.Maintain confidentiality. Does not discuss children or their families outside of the school.Attend and participate in committee, team, departmental, faculty, and district meetings as required.Adapt to changing demands by planning, preparing, and adjusting teaching instruction for distance learning.Perform other duties as assigned.WORKING CONDITIONSEquipment Used:Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals including specialized equipment that is particularly unique to the assignment.Mental Demands:Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; maintain emotional control under stress.Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Frequent standing, stooping, bending, twisting, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and minor lifting.Move and carry small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.May have exposure to biological hazards.Occasional moderate lifting.Occasional travel.ABOUT BOB HOPE SCHOOLBob Hope School is a growing open-enrollment public charter school (non-profit) providing parents a choice in their child's education. Bob Hope Elementary is a Montessori / Dual-Language campus.? Instruction is conducted in a two-way immersion program, where teachers fluent in English teach ELA and those fluent in Spanish teach SLA and are supported by teacher aides with a strong command of both languages. Campuses are located in Port Arthur, Beaumont, Baytown, Pasadena, and Cy-Fair, Texas. The Hughen Center, Inc. is the charter holder of Bob Hope School.