Middle School Dance & Drama Teacher (2026-27)

Riverdale Country School

3 months ago

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Bronx, NY

Onsite

Full Time

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About this role

The Middle School Dance & Drama Teacher at Riverdale Country School teaches students in grades 6–8 in dance, drama, and performance within the Theater, Dance and Film Department. The role includes leading up to four classes and contributing to co-curricular, school-wide theatrical productions in both the middle and upper school. The position is part of a diverse, student-centered community that values interdisciplinary, experiential, and arts-based learning. The teacher is expected to bring creativity, a passion for arts education, and a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

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Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in TheaterBachelor's Degree in DanceBachelor's Degree in EducationBachelor's Degree in Educational Theater

About Riverdale Country School

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Riverdale Country School is an independent, coeducational PreK–12 day school in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx, New York, delivering a college‑preparatory education. The school combines rigorous academics with strong arts, athletics, and experiential/global learning programs, and integrates technology and hands‑on projects into the curriculum. Riverdale emphasizes personalized learning, social‑emotional development, and community engagement guided by a diverse faculty and student body. Graduates leave prepared for selective colleges and careers, with an emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and inclusive values.