About this opportunity
Harlem Children's Zone Inc lists this Dance Specialist opportunity in new york, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) is a world‑renowned education and poverty‑fighting organization based in New York that seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission‑aligned Activity Specialist. The role focuses on breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty through comprehensive, on‑the‑ground programming that builds opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED (degree preferred)
1+ years of teaching experience
Specializations
Dance
Specialty / Performance‑Based
Tap & Rhythm‑Based
Cultural / World Dance
Hip‑Hop & Urban Styles
Grade‑Level
Elementary / Middle
High School
Who you are
A commitment to Youth Development and the mission and programs of HCZ
Ability to create lesson plans related to the class subject matter and implement project‑based learning in the curriculum
Conservatory training and/or university‑level education and practical experience in the content area is preferred (college students currently pursuing degree‑level work are also encouraged to apply)
Must have at least one year of teaching experience
Passion and experience with arts education involving youth, along with flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm for young people
Excellent planning, organization, communication, and time‑management skills
Ability to provide consistent and positive instruction as well as receive constructive criticism
Experience working in youth development and teaching well‑developed enrichment courses on social consciousness, self‑identity, and efficacy
Energetic, motivated self‑starter and a team player
Must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively on projects with staff and students and full curriculum
What you’ll do
Prepare and develop age‑appropriate curriculum, lesson plans, activities, and special projects that fuse the arts and academic competencies, to be reviewed by supervisors before instruction
Plan and facilitate a project‑based unit, and attend weekly meetings
Work with program participants to develop their artistic, educational, and leadership potential
Engage youth in the following areas through the arts: critical thinking, evaluation, risk‑taking, rehearsals, hands‑on project‑based learning, documentation of work, community‑building, and activism
Coordinate subject‑related trips, guest speakers, special events, student exhibitions, and college trips
Share knowledge of the history and current state of African, African‑American, and Latino issues and interpret that into diverse learning opportunities
Communicate the progress of students and share insights discovered with team members on a regular basis
Act as a role model for all students
Perform other duties as assigned by management
Schedule
Promise Academy After School: On Site, Monday‑Friday any time from 2 pm‑7:30 pm.
Peacemaker Program: On‑Site, Monday‑Friday 2 pm‑6 pm
A Cut Above: Monday‑Thursday 3 pm‑7 pm & Friday 12 pm‑6 pm
ACE, ETC, CCCC (Zone High School, After school): Monday‑Thursday 3 pm‑8 pm & Friday 2 pm‑6 pm
Summer Hours: Monday‑Friday, on‑site five days a week (40 hours total). Work hours may fall anywhere between 7:00 am and 6:30 pm, depending on the site you’re hired with.
Part‑Time Benefits
Career advancement
Paid sick leave
Employee referral bonus
Physical wellness discounts
Commuter benefits
Additional benefits (discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more).
The salary range for this position is $25‑$30 per hour. Interested applicants should apply directly through the posting. Harlem Children’s Zone and Promise Academy Charter Schools do not provide work visas for candidates who require employer sponsorship. Harlem Children’s Zone is an EOE.
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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