Early Childhood Dance Teaching Artists
Organization
Darlington Arts Center · Garnet Valley · PA · OtherJob Type
ContractSalary
35.00 an hourCategory
Teaching ArtistClosing Date
April 27, 2024Description
Darlington Arts Center (DAC) was founded in 1978 on the unique vision of including all four arts disciplines–music, visual arts, dance, and drama– in one space with an emphasis on multi-disciplinary programming. DAC has served the Delaware and Chester counties and Delaware State communities for over 40 years by fostering programs that provide possibilities and opportunities through the exploration of multi-disciplinary arts. DAC is committed to building, preserving and growing with the community we serve and the community of teaching artists. Our mission and core value is providing Every Art for Everyone!
Darlington Arts Center (DAC) seeks skilled artists who have at least one year of teaching experience in Early Childhood Dance for group classes at the Center, located at 977 Shavertown Road, Garnet Valley, PA 19060 from April 2024 to August 2024.
Our Academic School Year is from September 2023-June 2024 and our summer program is from June 2024- August 2024.
We are looking to fulfill the position by March 31, 2024.
Required Experience:
At least 1 year of teaching experience
A background in various dances styles and techniques, including Ballet and Tap
Experience working with children under the age of 3
Must have clearances (PA Child abuse, FBI Fingerprints, and PA Criminal Background), within the last 5 years (2019). Must have completed before employment can start.
Must be able to work on Saturdays
Must have reliable transportation to Garnet Valley, PA.
Teaching Artists will:
Provide excellent instruction. Including:
- Showing integrity in teaching methods and pedagogy
- Helping parents understand the artistic process as well as the finished work that goes home
- Inspiring student excitement and commitment to study
- Treating students and parents with respect and kindness
- Promote Darlington’s mission and programs to students and parents
Keep an accurate teacher log book, which will serve as an invoice for services
Communicate with the office in a clear, consistent and timely manner. Including:
Promptly notifying the Program Manager of any schedule changes
Responding to phone and email messages within 48 hours
Recommend exceptional students and those in need for scholarships
Distribute communications to families as provided by the administrative office
We evaluate performance using the following metrics:
Consistent, Prompt Attendance
Student and Parent satisfaction (collected verbally and on bi-annual surveys)
Student Retention (across all DAC activities)
Student demonstration of improved ability and knowledge (as evidenced in their completed work)
Observation (classes may be observed by the Executive Director or her designee)
Staff Feedback (regarding regular communication and accurate teacher log)
Additional Skills and Experience (Preferred)
Has experience teaching hip hop dance
Has experience teaching teens and adults
Compensation
This position is a 1099 contracted employee. Darlington hours of operations are from Monday- Friday 9am to 9pm and Saturdays from 9am to 4pm during the Academic Year. During the summer season our hours are Monday-Wednesday, 9 am to 9pm and Thursday- Friday 9am to 5pm. Viable candidates will set their preferred hours within the above hours of operations. Starting hourly rate is $35.00, however is negotiable based on experience and expertise.
Please apply by sending an email, with the subject heading “Early Childhood Dance Teaching Artist Position” along with your resume and letter of interest to Assistant Director, Emily Moylan, at engage@darlingtonarts.org.