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Dance Teaching Artist (Part-Time)
Part Time Dance Teaching Artist | Position Description | $45/hr
Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre/Notes in Motion is seeking experienced Dance Teaching Artists – specializing in Hip Hop, African Dance, Latin Dance, Step, Bollywood, and/or early childhood dance – for immediate placement in ongoing dance education programs during the school day and after-school in NYC Public Schools.
Teaching artists lead in-school or after-school dance programs in public schools throughout the five boroughs of NYC. Rates start at $45/hr and include paid time for curriculum and professional development.
Since 2000, Notes in Motion has worked with over 400,000 students across the 5 boroughs. Our programs occur within the school day (between 8am-3pm) or after school (3pm-6pm).
Qualified candidates should have:
– At least 1-5 days per week available between 8am-3pm (in-school programs) and/or 2:30pm-6pm (after-school programs) for immediate placement.
– Experience in a variety of dance forms such as Latin, African Diasporic styles, STEP, Hip Hop, Indian, Bollywood, Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Ballroom, and/or Creative Dance training.
– Professional dance background and experience teaching in NYC public schools (or similar settings) with elementary, middle, and/or high school populations.
– Choreographic experience in a variety of settings for youth.
– Spanish, Mandarin, and Arabic speakers a plus
– Learn more about our programs at https://notesinmotion.org
– At least 1-5 days per week available between 8am-3pm (in-school programs) and/or 2:30pm-6pm (after-school programs) for immediate placement.
– Experience in a variety of dance forms such as Latin, African Diasporic styles, STEP, Hip Hop, Indian, Bollywood, Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Ballroom, and/or Creative Dance training.
– Professional dance background and experience teaching in NYC public schools (or similar settings) with elementary, middle, and/or high school populations.
– Choreographic experience in a variety of settings for youth.
– Spanish, Mandarin, and Arabic speakers a plus
– Learn more about our programs at https://notesinmotion.org
To apply, submit a detailed TEACHING RESUME (no performance resumes please), a SAMPLE LESSON PLAN in Hip Hop, Latin Dance, African Dance, or Early Childhood Dance (45-60 minutes) and indicate what age/grade it is targeted for, and a COVER LETTER as a separate attachment highlighting your dance training and teaching experience.
Send these three items to:
Alana Urda, Director of Education at alana@notesinmotion.org with subject line DANCE TEACHING ARTIST. Please note incomplete applications will not be considered.
Alana Urda, Director of Education at alana@notesinmotion.org with subject line DANCE TEACHING ARTIST. Please note incomplete applications will not be considered.
At Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre/Notes in Motion, we believe that the strength and vitality of our artistic and educational work emerges from the diversity, creativity, and integrity of the people who make up our organization. Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and collaborative environment where artists, educators, staff, dancers, and community partners can thrive.
Commitment to Equity, Access & Representation
- We actively seek to build a team that reflects the broad range of identities, experiences, and perspectives within the communities we serve.
- We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, national origin, socioeconomic background, or any other protected characteristic.
- We work to remove barriers that have historically excluded individuals from the fields of dance, arts education, and cultural work.
Transparent, Inclusive Recruitment
Our recruitment and hiring processes are designed to be clear, accessible, and fair. We strive to:
- Share tangible job expectations, responsibilities, and qualifications.
- Provide application processes that are as streamlined and equitable as possible.
- Offer transparency around compensation, including clear pay structures and pathways for professional growth.
- Communicate respectfully and promptly with candidates throughout the process.
Alignment with Mission, Values & Teaching Philosophy
We look for individuals who are passionate about community-building through dance, invested in artistic innovation, and aligned with our Movement Exchange Method and educational pedagogy. Whether hiring dancers, teaching artists, administrators, or production staff, we prioritize candidates who demonstrate:
- A commitment to collaboration and creative inquiry.
- Respect for students, colleagues, and school partners.
- A desire to uplift communities through arts engagement.
- Openness to reflection, feedback, and ongoing learning.
Respect, Professionalism & Safe Working Environments
We work to cultivate a workplace where all members of our community—company dancers, teaching artists, junior board members, staff, and partners—feel valued, safe, and empowered. Our hiring practices reinforce our expectation of professionalism, mutual respect, and ethical conduct. We maintain clear policies ensuring safe classrooms, rehearsal spaces, and work environments, and we maintain confidentiality and discretion throughout our hiring processes.
Continuous Growth & Accountability
We regularly review and refine our hiring practices to ensure they reflect our evolving values, the needs of our communities, and the principles of equity and inclusion. We commit to ongoing learning, open dialogue, and organizational accountability.