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https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/911256/Dance---Activity-Specialist-PS-971

I. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to

Design age-appropriate, standards-based dance curricula for groups of elementary school-age youth in after-school and summer programs
Provide weekly instruction in multiple arrangements of dance styles, choreographing dance pieces, and leading weekly dance activities for youth of all ages
Incorporate the NYS Learning Standards for the Arts and the NYS Next Generation Learning Standards for English Language Arts into the dance curriculum
Collaborate with participants to create scripts, dance pieces, and original material to be showcased in performances for the program, school, and/or community
Choreograph, direct, and collaborate with colleagues to produce 2 - 3 annual program-wide performances
Contribute to the planning and execution of special events, staff development training, and other community-building activities
Attend weekly professional development meetings

II. QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Degree minimum requirement: Bachelor’s Degree
Has a strong dance background in a variety of dance styles
Can use the medium of dance to promote self-expression, skill development in dance, social-emotional learning, and community-building
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Have skills working with youth of all ages
Flexibility and the ability to work well as a member of a team of different disciplines (artists, teachers, young-adult staff)
Interested in managing and creating positive experiences for groups of youth, including participants with special needs and challenging behaviors
Bilingual: English/Mandarin/Cantonese or English/Spanish, preferred

III. RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS

Build and maintain close, daily interactions with participants, co-workers, and supervisors
Engage in discussions and training regarding receiving/providing information, discussing arising issues, explaining or interpreting guidelines/instructions, and instructing
Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and clients within our organization.
Possess a strong belief in people’s ability to grow and change
Forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families.
Maintain contact as needed with participant’s families, school personnel, and external community groups to co-exist in the same space

IV. WORKING CONDITIONS

Actively engage and interact with children each day
May be required to be active by walking, bending, standing, squatting, or sitting on the floor with children
Demonstrated ability to maintain a high energy level
Be comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
May be exposed to all weather conditions and might be required to work in various temperatures in order to facilitate activities in various locations inside and outside of the school building

V. SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

The Dance Activity Specialist’s role focuses on creating, facilitating, and offering school-aged children the opportunity to engage in dance activities and experiences.

 

Details Regarding the Position: Regular Part-Time @ 20 hrs/week

 

To Apply: Please email your resume and cover letter to Taide Acevedo at t.acevedo@centerforfamilylife.org

Salary Description
$22 - $25/hour