** Applications will be received until November 11, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. **

About this job:

Responsible for leading the high school’s dance program through classroom instruction and extracurricular choreography. This includes developing curriculum, directing performances, fostering student creativity and discipline, and promoting dance as a form of expression, wellness, and artistic achievement. The director creates a supportive and inclusive environment where students of all backgrounds and experience levels can thrive.

What DPS Offers You:

A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
This is a stipend position. Click herefor more information on compensation for these roles.

What You'll Do:

Design and implement standards-based curriculum for various dance styles (e.g., ballet, jazz, modern, hip-hop)
Plan and conduct rehearsals, performances, and school/community dance events
Teach choreography, musicality, and stage presence appropriate to student abilities
Supervise students during rehearsals, performances, and travel
Promote creativity, collaboration, and respect among diverse student groups
Manage dance program logistics, including scheduling, costuming, and facility use
Maintain inventory of equipment, music, and costumes; coordinate maintenance and purchases
Collaborate with other arts staff and school personnel on interdisciplinary initiatives
Communicate with parents and stakeholders about student progress and program events
Oversee program budget, fundraising efforts, and student recruitment

What You’ll Need:

High School Diploma/GED
2+ years experience teaching and choreographing for student dancers
2+ years experience managing school dance programs or competitive dance teams
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

With 193 schools, over 89,000 students and over 10,000 staff members, Denver Public Schools is the largest urban school district in Colorado. We’re focused on building a system that’s designed to help every student thrive. We’re re-focusing our efforts where they matter most: on creating classrooms that are vibrant centers of learning, where caring teachers are engaging their students in rigorous, culturally responsive experiences in order to lift all students toward a bright horizon. Visit the Denver Public Schools website for more information.

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DANCE DIRECTOR, HIGH SCHOOL