Afterschool Arts & Dance Lead Instructor

Learning through an Expanded Arts Program; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Learning through an Expanded Arts Program seeks passionate Activity Specialists to support long-term teaching opportunities in NYC public schools. The role centers on dance and integrates arts with academics in after-school and summer programs.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years working with youth in educational settings, experience in arts instruction, and a college degree in the Arts or Education. Collaboration and safety are essential across partner sites.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience working with youth in a classroom or group setting
• Experience instructing youth in the arts
• College degree in the Arts or Education, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

• Develop age-appropriate, hand-on activities that fuse arts and academics (dance, STEM, visual arts)
• Engage participants to develop artistic, educational, and leadership skills
• Ensure safety and compliance with policies with program staff, administrators, and participants
• Attend staff meetings and professional development opportunities as required

Skills

Arts education

Youth development

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

College degree in Arts or Education

Job description

Learning through an Expanded Arts Program seeks passionate Activity Specialists to support long-term teaching opportunities in NYC public schools. The role centers on dance and integrates arts with academics in after-school and summer programs.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years working with youth in educational settings, experience in arts instruction, and a college degree in the Arts or Education. Collaboration and safety are essential across partner sites.