Program Assistant / Movement Instructor

ALLEGRO FOUNDATION • Charlotte, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Allegro Foundation is looking for a kind, high-energy Program Assistant / Movement Instructor to join our full-time staff! If you love children and are eager to make an impact, we will provide full training in the Allegro Technique beginning on day one.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.
• Prior experience working with children.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and basic graphic design (Canva or similar) is a strong plus.
• Outgoing & High-Energy: Enthusiastic, animated personality capable of holding young children's attention.
• Strong Leadership: Confident presence, able to project your voice and manage a classroom of students to musical counts.
• Professionalism & Accountability: Respect for office rules, punctuality, and commitment to teaching the Allegro Technique as trained.
• Communication: Excellent verbal communication skills and comfort making professional phone calls.
• Team Player: Ability to collaborate smoothly on a high-functioning team, multi-task, and remain flexible to changing demands.
• Detail-Oriented: Strong organizational skills with a desire to grow professionally and accept constructive feedback.
• Valid NC or SC driver’s license and access to reliable, insured transportation.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and basic graphic design (Canva or similar) is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Attend Allegro curriculum meetings.
• Assist Lead Teachers in preparing rooms and materials for class.
• Assist Lead Teachers throughout classes with music, props, and student engagement.
• May be required to dress up in a themed, child-friendly costume for specific classes.
• Follow lesson plans from the Allegro curriculum and teach assigned 30-minute Movement Education classes to children with disabilities.
• Attend choreography meetings with the Executive Director and fellow instructors.
• Help conduct student assessments and evaluations.
• General clerical duties and office organization.
• Assistance with fundraising events, donor outreach, and office errands.

Benefits

• 5 Paid PTO/Flex days per calendar year.
• Immediate eligibility for 6 major paid holidays.
• Health Insurance Reimbursement of up to $300/month.
• Simple IRA Retirement Plan with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 3% (upon meeting eligibility requirements).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree