Step Dance Instructor – After-School Arts & Movement

New York Edge; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

New York Edge is seeking passionate Step Specialists to teach stepping in New York City public schools. You should know step terminology, rhythms, and help students create complex performances through feet, words, and hand claps.

This role involves organizing rehearsal groups, following the curriculum, and adapting activities to students’ needs. Expect 9–15 hours per week after school, with safety clearances required through the Department of Education and Department of Health.

Qualifications

• Must know step terminology, history, and resources for a cohesive year-long study.
• Experience choreographing step-dancing and putting a performance together.
• Prior experience teaching youth preferred.
• Must be able to follow a curriculum and be reliable and punctual!
• May have to walk stairs and lift or move objects as needed.
• Work is performed mostly within New York City Public Schools and at events.

Responsibilities

• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
• Teaches the art of step, ensuring equal learning opportunities.
• Organize performance groups and direct their rehearsals.
• Set clear objectives for lessons and communicate them to students.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet students' needs and interests.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Explain techniques and safety procedures and demonstrate use of materials.
• Progressive development of student skills toward a final project.

Skills

Step terminology

Choreographing steps

Teaching youth

Curriculum following

Communication

Reliability & punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Some college preferred

Job description

New York Edge is seeking passionate Step Specialists to teach stepping in New York City public schools. You should know step terminology, rhythms, and help students create complex performances through feet, words, and hand claps.

This role involves organizing rehearsal groups, following the curriculum, and adapting activities to students’ needs. Expect 9–15 hours per week after school, with safety clearances required through the Department of Education and Department of Health.