Dance Teaching Artist - Flushing

Location: 13301 41st Rd. Flushing, NY 11355

Salary Range: $30 per hour

Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Founded in 1876, The Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) is a youth development organization with the mission to empower boys and young men, ages 7 to 21, by providing effective programs and a supportive community. BCNY provides evidence-based programs to address the evolving social, emotional, health, creative, educational, and vocational needs of our members in meaningful, lasting ways. BCNY develops programs to cultivate positive qualities in members and strives to continually deepen and broaden our impact.

The Dance Teaching Artist facilitates classes that will enable school age boys to develop their knowledge and ability in this artistic medium. We are seeking a highly motivated, reliable candidate with a strong track record working with young people. The instructor is responsible for writing and implementing lesson plans each month. The instructor will be responsible for preparing the dancers for two showcase performances.

• Encourage active participation and collaboration.
• Write and implement a curriculum that meets participants’ interests.
• Adapt the curriculum and training methods to meet participants’ needs and abilities, if necessary.
• Foster confidence, self-expression and creativity.
• Uphold principles of responsibility and accountability with participants.
• Work with Clubhouse and Program Development staff.

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant training.
• Degree or certificate in specialized area of instruction (ideal).
• Demonstrated leadership ability in an educational, social service and/or youth development settings.
• Must be able to engage young people and set structure and limits in a group setting.
• Demonstrated flexibility, creativity and self-assuredness.

• Problem Solving
• Design
• Adaptability
• Innovation
• Teamwork
• Planning and Organizing

The Boys’ Club of New York is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. If you have a disability or other protected need requiring an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.