Teaching Artist
About The Position
The Mark Morris Dance Group seeks experienced and versatile Teaching Artists to join our faculty. Our programs emphasize progressive, non-competitive dance education with live musical accompaniment . The Dance Center is a hub for the community to gather, create, learn, and perform. About the MARK MORRIS DANCE CENTER Founded in 2001, the Mark Morris Dance Center is a cultural hub in Brooklyn and home to the Mark Morris Dance Group. The 40,000 square foot facility, built for dancers by dancers, includes nine ADA-accessible column-free studios, an administrative floor for MMDG staff, and a Wellness Center, with spaces available to rent for rehearsals and events. At the Dance Center, you’ll find inclusive and accessible classes for all ages, levels, and abilities with live musical accompaniment, including Dance for PD, our research-backed program for people living with Parkinson’s. In everything we do, we remain committed to Teaching opportunities are available in: The School: 100 weekly classes for over 1,000 children (ages 18 months–18 years) Adult program: ~800 adult students weekly, across classes, workshops, and intensives Community Education: 10–15 weekly classes at sites throughout NYC and at the Dance Center, depending on season
Requirements
- 2+ years professional experience as a dance instructor, with higher education teaching or performance degree and experience teaching multiple age groups a plus
- Passion for dance education
- Openness to working with students with disabilities required for Children & Teen faculty
- Expertise in dance genre(s) as a teaching artist and long time student in your chosen genre.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with your teaching team and with administration; ability to communicate by email and phone required.
- Commitment to embodying MMDG’s core values and adhering to MMDG’s policies.
- Ability to commit to a consistent teaching schedule and to communicate in a timely manner about tardiness and absences.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with a live accompanist a plus
Benefits
- Discounts on drop-in classes, workshops, and intensives
- Professional development opportunities
- Discounted tickets and special events
- Discount on MMDG merchandise
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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