The
IB PYP Dance Teacher will deliver a child-centered, inquiry-based dance program that fosters physical coordination, creative expression, and cultural appreciation. The role focuses on developing the Learner Profile through movement, encouraging students to be risk-takers and communicators. The teacher will be responsible for making dance a transdisciplinary tool that supports student inquiry while building a strong foundation in dance technique and performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Teaching & Learning (PYP-Aligned)
- Plan and deliver inquiry-based dance lessons that align with the PYP philosophy of student agency.
- Develop gross motor skills, flexibility, and spatial awareness appropriate for primary learners.
- Integrate dance into Units of Inquiry (UOI), allowing students to explore central ideas through physical movement.
- Differentiate instruction to support diverse physical abilities and learning styles within the dance studio.
- Curriculum & Creative Development
- Design engaging activities that build a vocabulary of movement, body language, and choreographic structures.
- Promote appreciation of global cultures and traditions through diverse dance forms.
- Encourage meaningful communication through improvisation, storytelling through dance, and collaborative group tasks.
- Assessment & Documentation
- Use formative assessment strategies (like peer feedback and self-reflection) aligned with PYP practices.
- Document learning evidence through anecdotal records, video portfolios, and photo displays of the creative process.
- Provide constructive feedback that focuses on the student's growth in expression and technique.
- Collaboration & School Engagement
- Collaborate with homeroom teachers, the PYP Coordinator, and specialists for transdisciplinary learning.
- Participate in collaborative planning meetings, school events, assemblies, and the PYP Exhibition.
- Support school-wide initiatives related to well-being, physical health, and cultural celebrations through dance.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Dance or a professional diploma in Performing Arts from a recognized institution.
- IB-PYP training or previous exposure to an IB school environment is a significant added advantage.
Eligibility & Experience Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of total teaching experience Compulsory.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Primary classes (PYP) dance instruction Preferred.
- Positions are open for experienced candidates only. Freshers need not apply.
Desired Skills & Competencies
- Strong understanding of the IB PYP framework and inquiry-based pedagogy.
- Excellent communication and classroom management skills for young children.
- Passion for holistic and experiential learning through the arts.
- Ability to work collaboratively in an international school environment.
- Commitment to continuous professional growth and IB-authorized workshops.
Employment Commitment Requirement
- This is a full-time, on-campus role requiring complete professional commitment.
- Concurrent employment, freelance work, or private tuition during the academic year is not permitted.
- Pursuing any regular academic programme (full-time or part-time) that interferes with school responsibilities is not permissible.
- Candidates must be able to fully dedicate their time and professional focus to the school and students.
- Any short-term or online certifications must be disclosed at the time of application.
Benefits
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary is not a constraint for the deserving candidate.
- Free staff child education.
- Support for IB professional development and certifications.
- Growth-oriented work culture with long-term career progression.
Statutory Benefits
- Health insurance
- Leave encashment
- Life insurance
- Provident Fund
Why Join Skill Stork International School
- Ranked among the top international schools in India & Telangana
- Featured on Disney+ Hotstar in educational documentary The Future Schools Season-2
- World-class campus with strong academic and holistic development focus
- IB Continuum environment with a strong professional culture
- Support for IB training and career progression
- Collaborative, growth-oriented leadership
