Activity Specialist Dance

Title:

Dance Activity Specialist, After-School Program Program:
Harlem Village Academy Employment Status:
Part-time: 6 hours per week (Tuesday and Thursday, 3-6 pm) Basic Function:
Facilitate implementation of program activities for a group of middle school-aged after-school program participants while creating a nurturing environment that fosters the creativity and educational advancement of the children. Position Summary

The Mission Society’s Power Academy is an after-school program dedicated to cultivating the personal growth and educational advancement of all 6th to 8th grade participants. With a curriculum focused on academic enrichment, community service, cultural enrichment, the arts, recreation, and character education, the Power Academy will reinforce school-day learning in a safe and healthy environment. (This position is Fully In-Person and begins September 2023)

• Create a supportive and nurturing group environment.
• Ensure the safety of all children.
• Teach a variety of dance styles and routines to groups of children according to the program schedule.
• Develop and implement lesson plans.
• Prepare materials and hand‑outs for lessons.
• Create and coordinate student showcases related to dance.
• Attend team and group supervision meetings.
• Attend professional development trainings as required by the agency and program contract.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum Associate’s Degree in a related field or two years of experience working with students (elementary or middle‑school aged) required.
• Must have experience teaching dance to children in a school or after‑school setting.
• Ability to teach a wide range of dance styles is required.
• Must have strong interest in working with children.
• Must have the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of program and school staff.
• Must have excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Experience overseeing a group of young people preferred.

Staff is expected to be committed to the mission, vision, and values of Mission Society. Proof of COVID‑19 vaccination is mandatory.

$30.00 per hour

Mission Society of New York City is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.