Instructor - 4800 at BronxWorks

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences.

Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention. 

Our Adolescent Development Programs provide teenagers with opportunities to develop important life skills while promoting academic achievement, career exploration, and exposure to the arts.   Our middle school and high school Neighborhood Development Area Programs work year-round with students 13 to 17 years of age to ensure a smooth transition from early to late adolescence and to create a safe space for them to explore their interests. The programs operate after school and during the summer, offering: Community service opportunities, Homework assistance and tutoring, Leadership development, Literacy and STEM enrichment, Structured recreation, Work readiness training.

A dance instructor teaches and choreographs routines, creates lesson plans, and provides feedback to students of various ages and skill levels. They require strong communication, organizational skills, extensive dance experience, and the ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Instruction: Designing and delivering engaging dance lessons, demonstrating various techniques, and providing guidance.
• Choreography: Developing custom choreography for performances and competitions, tailored to student strengths.
• Lesson Planning: Preparing weekly lesson plans that align with curriculum objectives and student skill levels.
• Student Assessment: Evaluating student progress and offering constructive feedback to enhance their technical skills and artistic expression.
• Event Management: Organizing and managing dance recitals, showcases, and other events.
• Classroom Management: Maintaining a positive, friendly, and inclusive classroom environment that fosters teamwork and respect. 

REQUIRED SKILLS 

• Experience: Professional dance experience and often teaching experience, with some studios offering training programs.
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to connect with students and parents.
• Creativity: The ability to create engaging choreography and lesson content.
• Adaptability: Tailoring teaching methods to different ages, learning styles, and abilities.
• Organization: Strong time-management and organizational skills for planning lessons and managing events.
• Personality: An outgoing, energetic, and positive personality to motivate and inspire students. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Private Studios/Community Schools: Often a high school diploma or equivalent is sufficient, especially with professional certification.

Career Paths

• Teaching: Working in private dance studios, public or private schools, universities, or as a teaching artist.
• Choreography: Creating dance routines for performances and companies.
• Studio Ownership: Opening and managing a private dance studio, which requires business and marketing skills.
• Specialized Roles: Pursuing further education to become a dance therapist or working with nonprofit organizations. 

BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact [email protected].