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Character Development (Ingenium) & Social Dance Teacher

Job Description

2026-2027

Job Summary: 

Under the direct supervision of the Secondary Principal, the Secondary (7th- 12th Grade) Social Dance and Character Development Teacher will provide students with an opportunity to participate in elective social emotional, character development, and social dance activities and instill in the students a lifelong appreciation life skills that meet our school’s mission for students who are honorable, esteemed, and distinguished. The secondary teacher will be expected to adhere to Amplus Academy’s professional standards as well as Nevada Department of Education licensure standards.  

Amplus Academy is a classical education charter school located in the southwest area of Las Vegas.  Amplus Academy has two campuses in Southwest Las Vegas serving the K-12 students of the valley.

Terms of Employment: 10-month per Contract of Employment (179 Day Calendar)

Salary:  The compensation for this position is in alignment with the Amplus Governing Board approved Salary Schedule; Salary Schedule based on years’ experience and degree held. Compensation for all positions are determined by the Governing Board and Administration of Amplus Academy. Consideration is given for experience and specialized skills in determining salary.

Salary Range: $50,840- $80,000 with 100% Employer Paid PERS

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervises the behavior and instruction of students in the classroom, on school grounds (including hallways and lunch rooms) and on educational trips

Duties/Responsibilities:

Social Dance

• Prepare session plans and establish course goals to ensure an exciting variety of social dance for students
• Arrange dance pieces, directing students as appropriate
• Teach etiquette standards and procedures for students according to course of study
• Give advice/guidance to students within the area of dance on:  physical and spatial awareness, musicality (rhythm, feel, etc.), use of body to express artistic ideas, choreography skills, and knowledge of dance theory and terminology
• Demonstrate methods and procedures to pupils
• Observe and evaluate student’s work to determine student progress or make suggestions for improvement
• Where necessary, offer individual coaching and advice to students in the area of social dance
• Work towards and prepare dance pieces for students for their end of year presentation
• Maintain current and accurate records according to school policy
• Practice positive, consistent discipline in the management of the classroom 

Character Development (Ingenium)

• Plan and develop an engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom, adhering to educational best practices and school, state, and federal curriculum guidelines
• Design and deliver individual lesson plans using a variety of teaching techniques and appealing to various learning styles
• Ensure the opportunity for students to learn in a positive, supportive environment
• Develop a classroom climate that promotes positive learning 
• Prepare materials for lessons, assignments, and tests; evaluates, corrects, and grades student performance
• Analyzes student progress and provides appropriate instruction
• Discusses academic difficulties or behavioral problems with students and parents as they arise
• Monitors students’ progress throughout the year and evaluates preparedness for graduation, vocational school, or college, as appropriate
• Collaborates with guidance counselors to help students develop post-secondary plans including college or vocational school
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with school and state laws and policies

General

• Communicates with parents regarding academic, behavioral, or safety concerns in a timely manner to build positive relationships with parents
• Meets staff development guidelines as set forth by the school
• Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
• Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students and staff
• Collaborates with colleagues to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning, including Professional Learning Communities
• Demonstrates gains in student performance that are in keeping with school goals
• Demonstrates a willingness to respond to individual learning needs 
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Enforces safety and security standards for students, staff, and visitors
• Maintains required paperwork for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records
• Monitors halls, study periods, and lunchrooms with other faculty and staff
• Participates in faculty meetings, educational conferences, in-service opportunities, workshops, and other training seminars

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of the pedagogy and best practices of education, preferably in the area of Direct Instruction
• Desire to teach Secondary (7th- 12th grade) school-aged children and ability to adapt to their developmental status 
• The ability to design lessons that teach in an engaging manner and guide the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills to manage and control the classroom
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the proven ability to maintain professionalism and tact in high-stress situations
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Creative analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Classroom or related software

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Dance or related field from an accredited college or university
• Nevada Teaching License required
• Out of state teaching license with ability to transfer to Nevada prior to start of school year accepted in lieu of current Nevada teaching license
• Prior teaching experience (2 years+) preferred
• Specialized training in teaching junior high and high school-aged children is preferred

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that a person holding this position must perform in carrying out essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential job duties.

• Must be able to traverse school facility and lead students to safety in the event of an emergency.

• Sufficient vision to read printed material, see distance objects with clarity, identify and distinguish objects, and be visually observant of classroom behavior and learning activities.

• Sufficient hearing to hear conversations in person and on the telephone, hear sounds clearly up to 20 feet and be cognizant of verbal altercations in the classroom.

• Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation and on the telephone, and in addressing groups.

• Ability to exert up to 25 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects; ability to occasionally restrain or move up to 50-100 pounds if required to intervene during student safety issues.

• This type of work requires occasional or frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, or reaching for extended periods of time.

• This type of work requires occasional or frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling during crisis scenarios such as hard lockdowns, earthquake drills, etc.

• Sufficient manual dexterity and/or mobility to grasp and/or manipulate objects, operate mechanical equipment, and move about the work area.

• Ability to operate, activate and use a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copy machine and printer.

• Employees in this classification may be subject to work environments that have exposure to weather or interiors with extremes of heat and/or cold, wet and/or humid conditions, temperature fluctuations, high noise levels, and various work related hazards such as bloodborne pathogens or other potentially infectious materials.

Disclaimers:
Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
Amplus Academy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Amplus Academy does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disabilities, marital status, pregnancy status, veterans status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 Accommodations:
Individuals with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations in order to apply or maintain employment, should contact Amplus Academys Department of Human Resources at 702-970-6800.