Adjunct Choreographer - Temporary position
Vertex Partnership Academies•New York, NY
1d•$25
About The Position
The Choreographer (Adjunct Faculty) will provide instructional and artistic support for the school’s spring musical production. This position supports student learning through structured choreography instruction, rehearsal facilitation, and collaboration with the production team. The role is temporary and instructional in nature, aligned to the musical’s rehearsal and performance schedule.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in related field preferred
- Demonstrated experience in choreography and/or musical theater performance
- Experience working with students in an educational or teaching-artist capacity
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to differentiate instruction to support varying student skill levels
- Must be eligible to work as a DOE-registered teaching artist (fingerprints and background check on file or eligible)
Nice To Haves
- Professional performance experience (SAG or equivalent)
Responsibilities
- Plan, teach, and rehearse choreography appropriate for a secondary school musical production
- Provide direct instruction to students in movement, staging, musicality, and performance technique
- Collaborate with the director, music staff, and production team to ensure alignment with instructional and artistic goals
- Support students in preparing choreography for performances
- Maintain a safe, inclusive, and professional learning environment during rehearsals
- Adhere to school policies, schedules, and supervision expectations
- Attend rehearsals and performances as required during the appointment term
