Director - Commercial Dance Conservatory at Orange County School of the Arts
About the Employer
MISSION STATEMENT We provide an unparalleled arts and academic education in a creative, challenging, and nurturing environment to a diverse student body passionate about the arts, preparing them to reach their highest potential. CORE VALUES • Student growth and education comes first. • Commitment to excellence, innovation, professionalism, and integrity. • Commitment to fostering a nurturing environment of creativity, respect, and collaboration. • Commitment to life-long artistic and scholarly development.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Assistant Principal of Arts, the Director of the Commercial Dance Conservatory is responsible for the development, management, and long-term vision of the Commercial Dance Conservatory (CMD). CMD offers a dynamic curriculum with varied courses indicative of the Commercial Dance industry. The Director of CMD will continually strive to achieve the school-wide mission of providing an unparalleled education in a creative, challenging, and nurturing environment to a diverse student body passionate about the arts, preparing them to reach their highest potential.
Requirements / Qualifications
Resume Letter of Intent addressed to Dr. Maria Lazarova Three (3) Letters of Reference
A master’s degree in dance or equivalent professional experience in the commercial dance industry and dance education. No credential is necessary at the time of applying. However, the selected candidate will be required to obtain a Preliminary Career and Technical Education (CTE credential) during the onboarding process and before the start of their assignment.
Requirements / Qualifications
Resume Letter of Intent addressed to Dr. Maria Lazarova Three (3) Letters of Reference
A master’s degree in dance or equivalent professional experience in the commercial dance industry and dance education. No credential is necessary at the time of applying. However, the selected candidate will be required to obtain a Preliminary Career and Technical Education (CTE credential) during the onboarding process and before the start of their assignment.
Comments and Other Information
The ideal candidate for the Director of Commercial Dance position is a dance expert with extensive professional experience and a passion for dance education. Candidates must be able to mentor young dancers, lead an esteemed dance conservatory faculty, and build a positive and nurturing conservatory culture.
Through their work in dance performance and education, the ideal candidate understands the professional landscape, has a rich network of professional connections, and can establish a clear vision and direction for the Commercial Dance Conservatory.
The ideal candidate should be familiar with current educational practices and have an established commitment to teaching and curriculum development for middle school and high school students.
The ideal candidate will need to excel at administrative procedures, including budget management, scheduling, and strategic planning. He/she/they will need to work at a high level of independence and be proficient with technology. Applicants must be strong leaders with a clear vision for growth and possess effective communication skills.
Comments and Other Information
The ideal candidate for the Director of Commercial Dance position is a dance expert with extensive professional experience and a passion for dance education. Candidates must be able to mentor young dancers, lead an esteemed dance conservatory faculty, and build a positive and nurturing conservatory culture.
Through their work in dance performance and education, the ideal candidate understands the professional landscape, has a rich network of professional connections, and can establish a clear vision and direction for the Commercial Dance Conservatory.
The ideal candidate should be familiar with current educational practices and have an established commitment to teaching and curriculum development for middle school and high school students.
The ideal candidate will need to excel at administrative procedures, including budget management, scheduling, and strategic planning. He/she/they will need to work at a high level of independence and be proficient with technology. Applicants must be strong leaders with a clear vision for growth and possess effective communication skills.
Application Deadline
4/13/2025 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/10/2025
Contact
Maria Lazarova
(714) 560-0900
(714) 560-0900
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$100,781 - $131,497 Annually
$100,781 - $131,497 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Based on a ten-step salary schedule
Length of Work Year
215 Days
Employment Type
Full Time