Dance Specialist - After-School Youth Program Leader

New York Junior Tennis League, Inc.; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 34.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL) seeks a Dance Specialist to design and lead engaging after-school dance programs for middle school students (grades 6–8). You will develop technique, choreography, and performance skills while encouraging leadership and teamwork.

Responsibilities include planning classes, teaching a variety of dance styles, coordinating performances, and maintaining a safe, inclusive environment for all participants.

Formación

• Available during after-school hours, 2:00pm - 6:00pm, 20 hours per week
• 2+ years' experience working with children or youth in group settings
• Experience teaching or working with middle school students preferred
• Demonstrated experience in dance, choreography, performance, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of at least one dance style; knowledge of multiple styles preferred
• Ability to choreograph and teach age-appropriate routines
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Professional, energetic, patient, and dependable

Responsabilidades

• Plan and facilitate structured dance classes, workshops, and rehearsals.
• Teach dance technique, choreography, rhythm, movement, and performance skills.
• Introduce students to different dance styles and cultural forms of movement.
• Create original choreography and encourage student-led choreography.
• Prepare students for performances, showcases, competitions, and special events.
• Promote confidence, discipline, teamwork, creativity, and leadership.
• Maintain attendance and required program documentation.

Conocimientos

Dance experience

Choreography

Youth engagement

Classroom management

Communication skills

Educación

High school diploma/GED

Descripción del empleo

New York Junior Tennis & Learning (NYJTL) seeks a Dance Specialist to design and lead engaging after-school dance programs for middle school students (grades 6–8). You will develop technique, choreography, and performance skills while encouraging leadership and teamwork.

Responsibilities include planning classes, teaching a variety of dance styles, coordinating performances, and maintaining a safe, inclusive environment for all participants.