Click here for the full job description and to apply online. DANCE IN SCHOOLS & COMMUNITIES (DISC) ACCOMPANIST JOB TITLE: Dance in Schools & Communities (DISC) Accompanist DEPARTMENT: Education & Training REPORTS TO: Education Programs Manager CLASSIFICATION: Part-time, non-exempt, non-benefited COMPENSATION: Commensurate with experience APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled. Review of applications will begin on 9/30/21 and will continue until the position is filled. HOURS AND LOCATION: Approximately 3-6 hours per school week, on-site at SFUSD schools during the 2021-22 school year. JOB SUMMARY Under supervision of the Education Programs Manager and the Associate Director of Education, this position provides musical accompaniment that elevates and supports the dance curriculum for SF Ballet's Dance in Schools and Communities (DISC) youth education programs. DISC Accompanists are committed to working with DISC Dance Teaching Artists to deliver engaging age appropriate accompaniment that enhances the DISC Residency Program and other classes and workshops for K-12 students. DISC Accompanists are professional percussionists with experience drumming for dance classes in diverse educational settings for K-12 students. SF Ballet's Education & Training Department is currently seeking qualified and versatile percussionists to join the education team for the 2021-2022 school year. Teaching assignments will be in-person at SFUSD elementary school sites. We are looking for dedicated accompanists and teaching artists specializing in various styles of drumming. To better reflect the community we serve, we strive for diversity in our teaching staff. Interested applicants should visit the SF Ballet website to become familiar with the various DISC programs. Submit resume and cover letter at http://sfballet.snaphire.com/. Cover letter should include a statement about the candidate's experience in the field of arts education working with students of various ages and abilities in diverse K-12 educational settings. Job Duties and Responsibilities Provides musical accompaniment that elevates and supports the Dance in Schools and Communities (DISC) curriculum and class content. Under supervision of the Education Programs Manager and Associate Director Education, and in collaboration with the DISC Dance Teaching Artists, provides appropriate accompaniment using diverse percussion instruments to enhance the dance education DISC residency program customized to the needs of the youth participants, cooperating K-12 teachers, partner site, and culturally-responsive curricular content. Accompanies dance classes with a range of music traditions in diverse educational settings. Percussionists are responsible for their own instruments, including set up, take down, transportation, and storage of all instruments. Participates in ongoing DISC professional development activities, orientations, workshops, and meetings held in-person and on Zoom. Performs required administrative duties such as submitting weekly time sheets, lesson plans, school site residency reports, and evaluations. Regular communication with SFB staff regarding all aspects of the DISC Program and timely response to communications from supervisors. Presentation of a professional demeanor that appropriately represents DISC and SF Ballet. As a productive member of the DISC team, forms positive relationships with youth participants, classroom teachers, school site administration, teaching artists, and accompanists. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor. Related Experience Required: Experienced musician/teaching artist in percussion and world music. Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a teaching artist or musician working in collaborative educational K-12 environments with diverse student populations, from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds, age groups, and abilities. Experience working in SFUSD schools with ELL, Special Education, Special Day Classes, and/or Bilingual classes preferred. Professional level skills and previous experience accompanying dance classes for youth in diverse educational settings. Ability to play a wide range of styles with an ability to improvise and provide excellent musical accompaniment as requested by the dance teaching artist. Knowledge of musical forms from a variety of cultures; skilled in the musical styles and instruments that supports DISC classes. Knowledge of California VAPA Learning Standards, Common Core State Standards, and national standards. Strong oral communication skills. The ideal candidate is someone who is an experienced arts educator, who is able to work a varied part-time schedule approximately 3-6 hours per week and is able to commit to the duration of the program through June 1, 2022. Technical and Professional Competencies: Ability to share age appropriate musical concepts through culturally responsive practices and anti-racist teaching. Willingness to learn and teach the required DISC curriculum and lesson plans. Ability to support a safe classroom environment that allows students to explore movement and learn dances. Demonstrates proven classroom management skills Demonstrates ability to work successfully in a team environment by establishing and maintaining effective relationships with colleagues. Applies reflective practices that develop greater self-awareness regarding the impact of one's teaching, providing opportunities for professional growth and development. Actively participates in professional development by attending trainings, educational activities, seminars, and staff meetings. Applies creativity and innovation to work processes. Effectively communicates on a regular basis with the supervisor and provides key information regarding school site issues to ensure a successful residency. Effectively communicates with teaching artists, K-12 school staff, and K-12 students. Organizes and prioritizes tasks to meet required deadlines and promote a successful residency. HOW TO APPLY: Submit resume and cover letter. Click here for the full job description and to apply online.

Click here for the full job description and to apply online. DANCE IN SCHOOL & COMMUNITIES (DISC) TEACHING ARTIST @ SAN FRANCISCO BALLET JOB TITLE: Dance in Schools & Communities (DISC) Teaching Artist DEPARTMENT: Education & Training REPORTS TO: Education Programs Manager CLASSIFICATION: Part-time, non-exempt, non-benefited COMPENSATION: Commensurate with experience APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled. Review of applications will begin on 9/30/21 and will continue until the position is filled. HOURS AND LOCATION: Approximately 3-6 hours per school week, on-site at SFUSD schools during the 2021-22 school year. JOB SUMMARY Under supervision of the Education Programs Manager and the Associate Director of Education, Dance in Schools and Communities (DISC) Teaching Artists are responsible for conducting high-quality, standards-based, culturally responsive dance education classes for SF Ballet's DISC residency program and youth education programs. DISC Teaching Artists are committed to learning and teaching the DISC curriculum and delivering engaging age appropriate dance instruction for Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade students in diverse educational settings. SF Ballet's Education & Training Department is currently seeking qualified and versatile dance teaching artists to join the education team for the 2021-2022 school year. Teaching assignments will be in-person at SFUSD Early Education sites serving PK and TK students, in-person at SFUSD elementary schools serving grades 2-3, and/or at after-school sites serving grades K-5. We are looking for dedicated dance teaching artists specializing in various styles of dance, including but not limited to ballet, creative movement, and world dance. Priority will be given to candidates who have completed professional learning with Luna Dance Institute. To better reflect the community we serve, we strive for diversity in our teaching staff. Interested applicants should visit the SF Ballet website to become familiar with the various DISC programs. Submit resume and cover letter at http://sfballet.snaphire.com/. Cover letter should include a statement about the candidate's experience in the field of arts education working with students of various ages and abilities in diverse K-12 educational settings. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Teaches creative movement, ballet, cultural dances, and other dance styles to Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade students in school-based and community-based dance classes. Under supervision of the Education Programs Manager and Associate Director of Education, DISC Teaching Artists are responsible for teaching in all aspects of DISC programs, including but not limited to in-school residencies, after-school residencies, workshops, community based youth programs, and special events. This includes planning with DISC staff and direct instruction with dance students of all ages. Researches and develops standards-based lesson plans suitable for each grade level. Reviews, revises, and edits lesson and unit plans as needed to ensure a high-quality, standards-based, sequential residency. Develops appropriate assessment techniques. Participates in ongoing DISC professional development activities, orientations, workshops, and meetings held in-person and on Zoom. Performs required administrative duties such as submitting weekly time sheets, lesson plans, school site residency reports, assessments and evaluations. Regular communication with SFB staff regarding all aspects of the DISC Residency Program and timely response to communications from supervisors. Develops and maintains ongoing written and verbal communication with SFUSD school site administration, classroom teachers, and arts coordinators. Presentation of a professional demeanor that appropriately represents DISC and SF Ballet. As a productive member of the DISC team, forms positive relationships with youth participants, classroom teachers, teaching artists, and accompanists. Performs other duties as required or assigned by supervisor. Related Experience Required: Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a teaching artist working in collaborative educational PK-12 environments with diverse student populations, from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds, age groups, and abilities. Experience working in SFUSD schools with ELL, Special Education, Special Day Classes, and/or Bilingual classes preferred. Extensive experience teaching two or more of the following: ballet, creative movement, modern, jazz, contemporary, hip-hop, musical theatre, cultural or world dances. We are looking for dedicated dance teaching artists specializing in early education for PK and TK students and/or after-school classes for K-5 students. Completion of Luna Dance Institute courses and professional learning preferred. Degree in dance or dance education preferred but not required. Experience teaching with a live musician/percussionist and prerecorded music. Knowledge of dance terminology, California VAPA Learning Standards, Common Core State Standards, and national standards. Proficiency at lesson plan development and execution for grades PK-12. Familiarity with student evaluation and assessment techniques. Application of choreographic principles and concepts appropriate for children and youth. Strong oral and written communication skills. The ideal candidate is someone who is an experienced arts educator, who is able to work a varied part-time schedule approximately 3-6 hours per week and is able to commit to the duration of the program through June 1, 2022. Technical and Professional Competencies: Ability to share age appropriate dance concepts through physically inclusive, culturally-responsive, and anti-racist teaching practices. Willingness to learn and teach the required DISC curriculum and lesson plans. Ability to support a safe classroom environment that allows students to explore movement and learn dances. Demonstrates proven classroom management skills. Demonstrates ability to work successfully in a team environment by establishing and maintaining effective relationships with colleagues. Applies reflective practices that develop greater self-awareness regarding the impact of one's teaching, providing opportunities for professional growth and development. Actively participates in professional development by attending trainings, educational activities, seminars, and staff meetings. Applies creativity and innovation in teaching practice. Effectively communicates on a regular basis with the supervisor, provides key information regarding school site issues to ensure a successful residency, and resolves issues to ensure a successful residency. Effectively communicates with teaching artists, K-12 school staff, and K-12 students. Develops and implements high-quality, pre-planned, well-designed, standards-based, sequential, and scaffolded learning experiences that include student learning assessment. Utilizes specialized knowledge to provide differentiated instruction, promoting creative development among various learning styles. Organizes and prioritizes tasks to meet required deadlines and promote a successful residency. HOW TO APPLY: Submit resume and cover letter. Click here for the full job description and to apply online.