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    About Us

    Good Shepherd Services is a leading multi-service agency with more than 85 programs that serve over 30,000 youth and families each year - and builds on their strengths to help them gain skills for success. At Good Shepherd we respect the dignity and worth of every person and reject intolerance, inequity and injustice in whatever form it may take. Voted one of the top 100 places to work in NYC by Crain's New York, Good Shepherd Services offers a fantastic work environment, a collaborative team dedicated to fulfilling our mission, and an amazing array of benefits. Join our team and help make a difference

    Overview

    The Dance Activity Instructor choreographs routines and teaches participants various forms of dance including hip hop, contemporary, modern, jazz, African, step etc.

    Reports To: PROGRAM DIRECTOR

    Location: 700 Park Ave, Brooklyn NY 11206

    Hours: Up to 12 Hours/Week; Non-Exempt

    Salary: $19/hr - $25/hr

    MAJOR DUTIES OF THE DANCE ACTIVITY INSTRUCTOR:
    • Assist in the recruitment and retention of activity participants.
    • Create and facilitate dance activities for groups of up to 25 participants.
    • Develop dance curriculum (based on students' interest) encompassing different aspects of the dance field; providing participants with experience and knowledge of dance language, skills and professions. Curriculum must promote creativity, self-expression, mastery, and emotional and professional growth.
    • Choreograph several dance routines for two culminating presentations, mid-year and end of the year, showcasing students work.
    • Attend and participate in staff meetings.
    • Create a youth development, strength's based environment, fostering a sense of belonging, safety, and community to participants.
    • Arrange, setup, operate and clean classroom spaces before and after activities. Organize inventory and storing of relevant supplies and equipment.
    • Document classes/workshop through lesson plans in advanced or as required.
    • Coordinate presentations for two culminating events (one per semester) showcasing students work.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.
    QUALIFICATIONS:
    • High School diploma or GED required.
    • Some college and experience with adolescents preferred.
    • Minimum 1 year experience and/or training relevant to the position required.
    • Must be able to engage young people while setting structure and limits in a group setting.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Must be committed to work from a social group work, strengths-based and youth development perspective.
    Additional Information

    Good Shepherd Services is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.

    Good Shepherd Services is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

    We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible and accommodating to employees with disabilities. As part of our commitment to providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process, we will provide reasonable accommodations upon request for candidates with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the hiring process, please inform us of your needs in advance. We value diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and encourage applicants of all abilities to apply.

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