Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Dance Department, ensuring high standards of teaching and student achievement.

• Oversee curriculum delivery, syllabus implementation, and examination preparation.

• Manage dance examinations, registrations, timetables, assessments, and result coordination.

• Liaise with international examination boards and ensure compliance with examination standards.

• Monitor student progress, assessments, and academic performance.

• Develop and implement learning schemes, teaching resources, and educational programs.

• Conduct teacher training and support continuous professional development.

• Mentor, coach, and evaluate teaching staff to maintain educational excellence.

• Support recruitment, selection, and onboarding of dance teachers.

• Plan and coordinate educational events, performances, workshops, camps, and graduations.

• Develop and maintain departmental policies, procedures, and quality standards.

• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and local regulations.

• Manage departmental resources, materials, equipment, and operational requirements.

• Collaborate with senior management on strategic initiatives and departmental growth.

• Maintain strong relationships with students, parents, teachers, and external stakeholders.

• Prepare reports, maintain documentation, and oversee administrative functions.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dance, Performing Arts, Education, or a related field.

• Proven experience in a leadership role within a Dance Academy, Performing Arts School, or Educational Institution.

• Strong knowledge of dance education, curriculum development, and examination frameworks.

• Experience managing examinations, academic programs, and teaching teams.

• Excellent leadership, coaching, and people-management skills.

• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities.

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

• Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

• Professional, proactive, and customer-focused approach.

• Fluent English communication skills (written and spoken).

• UAE/GCC experience within the Education or Performing Arts sector is preferred.