Job Title:    Teaching Artist

Type:         Hip Hop

Duration:    May 10, 2023 - June 14, 2023 (6 weeks)

Reports to:    Artistic Director

 

Job Purpose:  Lead instructional time with teaching, preparation, and class management. Looking specifically for a dance teacher/educator with experience with Hip Hop who is looking for an opportunity to join a growing team. 

 

ABOUT THE COMPANY

MotionScoop Dance Academy was established in February 2018 by Marisabel Vasconez (ABT® Certified Teacher) in an effort to provide quality dance training in Queens, NYC. MSDA is like an ice cream shop, you choose the flavors of dance that you want to explore and we build your dance training around this. Mari hopes this process to be individual for each student and school, yet inclusive so that they encounter different points of view within a “dance class” and what it means in each genre. At MSDA, we strive to provide quality dance training. This program is geared toward children that demonstrate an inclination toward the arts and are looking for a program that will guide them to explore and excel. We structure our classes with fun and productivity, all while adding elements of technical training for a challenging, rigorous, and rewarding experience. Our instructors are highly trained professionals in their fields.

 

RESPONSABILITIES INCLUDE

Provide the proper training and historical context/lineage of the Hip Hop dance genre in a fun and energetic environment.

Takes attendance in each class using the company software provided.

Proactively and urgently communicates any issues related to student safety and the safety of others in the class.

Reinforcing the goals and focus of the company as a whole.  

Documents class content as requested, including video and notes.

Available to teach during all 6 Wednesdays of our 6-week cycle (May 10 - June 14)

Available to assist or perform for our 2023 Spring Showcase on Saturday, June 17, 2023

Interested in joining us for the 2023-2024 dance season (September 2023 to June 2024)

 

QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years experience in dance training, including hip hop, jazz and/or acrodance. 

A passion for learning and teaching in the performing arts.

Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred but not a requirement.

Ability to communicate effectively with children K-12.

Organizational skills and availability during the following times: 

Wednesdays: 4pm-7pm

Additional availability is a PLUS!

Willingness to work in Public Schools (DOE) is also a plus.

 

COMPENSATION

$40 - $50 an hour

 

FINGERPRINTING/BACKGROUND CHECK POLICY

Because of our work with the Department of Education, MotionScoop Dance Corp. requires all staff, independent contractors, interns, and vendors to be fully vetted through the Department of Education’s Fingerprinting and Background Check protocol. Full reimbursement will be given upon completion. 

 

TO APPLY 

Email your cover letter, resume, and headshot to Artistic Director, Mari Vasconez at mari@motionscoop.com with the subject line “Teaching Arties - Spring 6-Week Cycle.” by Saturday, May 6, 2023. (All interviews will be conducted on Monday, May 8th)

 

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY 

MotionScoop Dance Corp. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, or veteran status. MotionScoop Dance Corp. is committed to equal employment opportunities and equal access to services, programs, and activities for individuals with disabilities. The policy applies to all employees and independent contractor practices and actions.