Hip Hop Dance Teacher

Cora Dance; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,508 - 89,027; Part time

Job summary

A community arts organization in Bronx, NY seeks a passionate part-time Hip Hop Dance Teacher to instruct weekly classes for children aged 6-11. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience, focusing on engaging dance instruction and choreography. Responsibilities include class preparation and participation in faculty meetings. Join a diverse team dedicated to empowering young dancers.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in structured studio settings with youth ages 5-12.
• Strong skills in developing choreography for young dancers.
• Ability to deliver engaging instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach weekly classes for children aged 6-11.
• Develop and implement lesson plans.
• Prepare students for an annual dance recital.

Skills

Creative choreography

Classroom management

Empowering teaching style

Collaboration

Job description

Company: Mind-Builders Creative Arts Center
Location: Bronx, NY
Compensation: $55 per hour

Position: Hip Hop Dance Teacher

Employment Status: Part-time, hourly

Compensation: $55/per hour

Location: On-site

Overview

Mind-Builders Creative Arts Center, a multi-discipline creative arts organization located in the Northeast Bronx, is seeking an experienced and passionate dance educator, versed in hip hop dance techniques for entry level classes for students between the ages 6-11 years old as part of its dance program. The program runs approximately 25-28 weeks, with classes running Saturdays, 10am – 11am and 11:15am – 12:15 pm, from October through May, culminating in an annual dance recital. All programs convene in person. In addition to weekly instruction, teachers are expected to participate in monthly faculty meetings, as well as individual planning meetings with the Dance Department Directors.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach weekly classes Saturdays,10am – 11am and 11:15am – 12:15pm
• Conduct engaging and dynamic age-appropriate classes (two groups: ages 6-8, 7-11)
• Develop lesson plans for class in alignment with the Department’s objectives and goals
• Attend monthly faculty meetings
• Participate in select organization engagement activities and events
• Prepare bi-annual student progress reports
• Develop choreography for student performances
• Prepare students to perform in an annual Dance recital

Ideal Candidate

• Have at least 5 years of experience working in a structured studio setting with youth ages 5-12 years old, with experience in recital studio setting strongly preferred
• Deliver rigorous and exciting class instruction in a nurturing and empowering way
• Have experience developing choreography on young dancers
• Have excellent classroom management skills
• Have a patient and collaborative team spirit

How To Apply

Please send resume, cover letter, and a pdf with recent links (no more than 5 years old) demonstrating work samples in either instruction or choreography on young dancers. Sample lesson plans a plus. Submit all materials to Ms. Melvada Hughes, Director of the Dance Department at [e-mail] and [e-mail] with subject line: Hip Hop Dance Teacher.

Mind-Builders is committed to maintaining a diverse staff and lifting the leadership of people from communities historically underrepresented. To learn more about Mind-Builders: www.mind-builders.org.