EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Hip Hop – African Dance Teacher
$60-$75 per hour
Estimated start date: September 10, 2024
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 equally, in African and Hip-Hop dance techniques for Beginner up to Intermediate level instruction for students between ages 6 - 13 years old, as part of its dance program. The program runs approximately 25-28 weeks, with classes Tuesday/Saturday running from October through May, culminating in an annual dance recital. All programs convene in person. About Mind-Builders: www.mind-builders.org
Primary responsibilities:
- Teach weekly classes on Tuesday afternoons and/or Saturday
- Conduct rigorous and dynamic age-appropriate classes
- Develop learning 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
The ideal candidate will:
- Have at least 4 years of experience working in a structured studio setting with youth ages 6 -13 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
The hourly teaching rate range is $60 - $75 commensurate with experience.
To apply: Please send your resume, cover letter and video clips of your teaching and/or choreography on your students by August 14, 2024, to Ms. Melvada Hughes, Director of the Dance Department at mhughes@mind-builders.org and hr@mind-builders.org with subject line: Hip Hop/African Dance Teacher.
Mind-Builders is committed to maintaining a diverse staff and lifting the leadership of people from communities historically underrepresented.
Ballet – Jazz – Tap Dance Teacher
$60-$75 per hour
Estimated start date: September 10, 2024
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 equally, in Ballet, Jazz and Tap dance technique for Beginner up to Intermediate level instruction for students between ages 7 - 15 years old, as part of its dance program. The program runs approximately 25-28 weeks, with classes Wednesday/Saturday running from October through May, culminating in an annual dance recital. All programs convene in person. About Mind-Builders: www.mind-builders.org
Primary responsibilities:
- Teach weekly classes on Wednesday afternoons and/or Saturday
- Conduct rigorous and dynamic age-appropriate classes
- Develop learning 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
The ideal candidate will:
- Have at least 4 years of experience working in a structured studio setting with youth ages 6 -13 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
- The hourly teaching rate range is $60 - $75 commensurate with experience.
To apply: Please send resume, cover letter, and a pdf with recent links (no more than 5 years) 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 at mhughes@mind-builders.org and hr@mind-builders.org with subject line Ballet – Jazz – Tap Dance Teacher.
Mind-Builders is committed to maintaining a diverse staff and lifting the leadership of people from communities historically underrepresented.
Ballet – Horton Dance Teacher
$60-$75 per hour
Estimated start date: September 10, 2024
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 equally, in Ballet, and Horton technique for Adv. Beginner up to Intermediate level instruction for students between ages 11 - 17 years old, as part of its dance program. The program runs approximately 25-28 weeks, with classes Tuesday/Friday running from October through May, culminating in an annual dance recital. All programs convene in person. About Mind-Builders: www.mind-builders.org
Primary responsibilities:
- Teach weekly classes on Wednesday afternoons and/or Saturday
- Conduct rigorous and dynamic age-appropriate classes
- Develop learning 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
The ideal candidate will:
- Have at least 4 years of experience working in a structured studio setting with youth ages 6 -13 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
- The hourly teaching rate range is $60 - $75 commensurate with experience.
To apply: Please send resume, cover letter, and a pdf with recent links (no more than 5 years) 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 mhughes@mind-builders.org and hr@mind-builders.org with subject line: Ballet – Horton Dance Teacher.
Mind-Builders is committed to maintaining a diverse staff and lifting the leadership of people from communities historically underrepresented.
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
If you are interested in an internship, please email your cover letter and resume to info@mind-builders.org or call 718-652-6256 from Tuesday - Friday between the hours of 10:00am - 4:00pm and leave a message with the receptionist. We will return your call.
Mind-Builders is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, creed, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, or current employment status.
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