Department Head - Dance - JOB ID# 13466
HARTFORD, CTPosted a month ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from CAPITOL REGION EDUCATION COUNCIL
Job overview
The Department Head - Dance leads and manages the dance department at the Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts, overseeing curriculum, faculty, and student engagement to ensure artistic excellence and a rigorous learning environment.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves supervising and mentoring dance instructors, developing and implementing curriculum, conducting evaluations, coordinating performances, managing schedules and budgets, recruiting students and staff, and collaborating with school leadership and parents to support the dance program.
Compensation and benefits
The position is part-time, 30 hours per week for ten months, with salary determined by CREC Central Office and Human Resources within salary range 24E; specific benefits are not detailed but likely include standard public education employment benefits.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a BA/BFA in Dance or Connecticut certification, expertise in dance, high school teaching experience, administrative experience, and eligibility for a Connecticut State Department of Education Adjunct Arts Instructor Permit with specified work and education experience.
Work environment and culture
The organization values diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to confront racism and prejudice and respect all identifiers including race, gender identity, and more, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
Company information
CAPITOL REGION EDUCATION COUNCIL operates the Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts, an award-winning public magnet school focused on arts education, offering specialized programs in dance and other disciplines.
Team overview
The Department Head will lead the dance faculty team and collaborate with other department heads and the Principal/Director as part of the leadership team.
Job location and travel
The position is based at the Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts Half-Day Program, with a schedule Monday to Thursday, 9 am to 4:30 pm, for 155 days per year.
Application process
Applicants are directed to contact Tracy Kane, Director, for further information and to access the job description and salary range via the CREC careers website; specific application steps are not detailed.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines artistic leadership with administrative duties in a specialized public magnet arts school, offering opportunities to shape a rigorous dance curriculum and participate in community and recruitment events.
Company overview
The Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving public education in the Greater Hartford area of Connecticut. They provide a range of services including magnet schools, professional development, and specialized educational programs. CREC generates revenue through state funding, grants, and service fees. Established in 1966, CREC has a long history of fostering educational innovation and collaboration among local school districts.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight leadership and administrative experience in dance education, emphasizing your ability to supervise, mentor, and evaluate faculty while managing curriculum and schedules effectively.
Showcase your expertise in dance disciplines like ballet, modern, improvisation, and composition, as well as your experience in teaching and coordinating performances and community events.
Apply through multiple platforms including the CAPITOL REGION EDUCATION COUNCIL's official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for the Department Head role.
Connect with current Department Heads or leadership team members at CREC on LinkedIn, using ice breakers such as complimenting recent school performances, asking about the school’s approach to arts education, or inquiring how the dance department collaborates with other departments.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'curriculum development,' 'faculty supervision,' 'dance education,' 'student recruitment,' and 'program management' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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