Dancewave Seeks Teaching Artists for the 2021-2022 school year for in-person residences in public schools, community center classes, and at the Dancewave Center in Brooklyn. East and West African and African Diaspora dance forms.

Teaching Artists needed for K-12 grades. The right candidate will have experience or the desire to work in a public school setting, be highly organized, and have strong class management skills. This is an exciting and rewarding position for educators who are interested in using dance as a vehicle for transformation, building inclusive, responsive, and developmentally appropriate lessons. Dancewave’s priority is to actively uphold anti-oppressive and culturally responsive standards in teaching student-centered approaches to build community in the classroom.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Ideally 2-3 years of teaching experience, public school experience preferred. 

Background in dance, performing arts, communications, or equivalent 

Availability for in school and after school hours (8:00am-5:00pm) 

Required Training: All current and new Teaching Artists are required to review the annual Dancewave Arts Educator Training held on August 31, 2021. A recording from the training will be provided upon hiring. 

TO APPLY: 

Interested candidates should complete the Teaching Artists Application Form

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About Dancewave:

Dancewave provides access to supportive and empowering dance experiences that center social, emotional, and cognitive development through movement. Developing programs to meet community needs, we use dance as a vehicle for transformation, expression, active citizenship, and self-reflection. Dancewave fosters a culture where dance is celebrated as a healing and inclusive art form.

Anti-Discrimination Statement: 

Dancewave does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status in any activities or operations. Furthermore, Dancewave is committed to upholding equitable hiring practices in alignment with our values and all applicable federal/state guidance. Dancewave leadership strives to hire applicants who represent the diverse communities who participate in our programming; actively identifying, encouraging, and recruiting applicants from underrepresented populations. Employee mental and physical wellbeing is prioritized.