CAP Teaching Artist - Community Arts Partnerships (CAP)
Community Arts Partnerships (CAP)
Ballet Hispánico, the largest Latinx(e) dance institution is actively looking for dynamic, well-trained dancers who have a passion for teaching, sharing their love of dance, and growing with our institution. If you think that, is you, we would love to hear from you. Description and details are below.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Ballet Hispánico ́s Community Arts Partnerships (CAP) is currently accepting applications for teaching artists who are versed in Latin American dance forms (folkloric, traditional, or social), in Flamenco, and/ or in Afro-Caribbean dance forms to collaborate with school residencies, workshops, and master classes.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALITIES
• Knowledge in Latin American dance forms, Flamenco, and/ or in Afro-Caribbean dance forms
• Evidence of exemplary teaching practices and sound methodology in creating progressive lesson plans
• Experience teaching in K-12 public school settings and neighborhood centers, is preferable but not required.
• A teaching vocation that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Positive and efficient classroom management tools
• Personable and engaging interpersonal skills, with approachable and empathetic rapport
• Prompt administrative responsiveness in organizational communication, planning, and deliverables
EDUCATIONAL TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
The Community Arts Partnerships education philosophy embraces a culturally relevant methodology that encourages the research of Latinx/a/o expressions, history, and legacies through the work of artists, dancers, musicians, and choreographers while supporting a student-centered approach, where the student shapes and informs the educational experience. We embrace the cultural intersectionality of our communities in order to affirm existing ideas of what it means to be Latinx/a/o and re-envision a contemporary voice for the representation of that identity. Our holistic programs immerse students in the technical training of traditional and current Latinx/a/o dance forms by inviting them to celebrate diversity and connect with the community.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
• Resume
• Two references
PAY RATE
Teaching Artists start at $50.00 per hour of teaching. All in-person classes are scheduled at 2hrs minimum. Planning, meetings, and professional development are compensated.
VACCINATION POLICY
Ballet Hispánico requires staff, dancers, teachers, accompanists, faculty, and regular vendors to be vaccinated and boosted if eligible.
TO APPLY
Send all listed required materials via e-mail to nmesa@ballethispanico.org with the subject heading of "CAP Teaching Artist - Applicant's Name."
E-mail submissions only. No phone calls please. Upon receipt of your application, you will be notified regarding any next steps.
Ballet Hispánico, the largest Latinx(e) dance institution is actively looking for dynamic, well-trained dancers who have a passion for teaching, sharing their love of dance, and growing with our institution. If you think that, is you, we would love to hear from you. Description and details are below.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Ballet Hispánico ́s Community Arts Partnerships (CAP) is currently accepting applications for teaching artists who are versed in Latin American dance forms (folkloric, traditional, or social), in Flamenco, and/ or in Afro-Caribbean dance forms to collaborate with school residencies, workshops, and master classes.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALITIES
• Knowledge in Latin American dance forms, Flamenco, and/ or in Afro-Caribbean dance forms
• Evidence of exemplary teaching practices and sound methodology in creating progressive lesson plans
• Experience teaching in K-12 public school settings and neighborhood centers, is preferable but not required.
• A teaching vocation that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Positive and efficient classroom management tools
• Personable and engaging interpersonal skills, with approachable and empathetic rapport
• Prompt administrative responsiveness in organizational communication, planning, and deliverables
EDUCATIONAL TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
The Community Arts Partnerships education philosophy embraces a culturally relevant methodology that encourages the research of Latinx/a/o expressions, history, and legacies through the work of artists, dancers, musicians, and choreographers while supporting a student-centered approach, where the student shapes and informs the educational experience. We embrace the cultural intersectionality of our communities in order to affirm existing ideas of what it means to be Latinx/a/o and re-envision a contemporary voice for the representation of that identity. Our holistic programs immerse students in the technical training of traditional and current Latinx/a/o dance forms by inviting them to celebrate diversity and connect with the community.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
• Resume
• Two references
PAY RATE
Teaching Artists start at $50.00 per hour of teaching. All in-person classes are scheduled at 2hrs minimum. Planning, meetings, and professional development are compensated.
VACCINATION POLICY
Ballet Hispánico requires staff, dancers, teachers, accompanists, faculty, and regular vendors to be vaccinated and boosted if eligible.
TO APPLY
Send all listed required materials via e-mail to nmesa@ballethispanico.org with the subject heading of "CAP Teaching Artist - Applicant's Name."
E-mail submissions only. No phone calls please. Upon receipt of your application, you will be notified regarding any next steps.
