Dance Teaching Artist - Statewide Outreach Programs

Organization Mission 

National Dance Institute of New Mexico is founded with the knowledge that the arts have a unique power to engage and motivate children. The purpose of our distinctive programs is to help children develop discipline, a standard of excellence, and a belief in themselves that will carry over into all aspects of their lives. 

Purpose of Albuquerque/Residency Artistic Associate Role: 

The Artistic Associate is a lead teaching artist in the outreach programs in public elementary schools in Albuquerque and at our statewide Residency sites. The Associate supports the administrative and production needs of both programs and is responsible to the Residency Artistic Director for ensuring the artistic and administrative success and quality of the programs. The Associate is responsible for carrying out the organization's mission with excellence. They receive secondary oversight from the Albuquerque Outreach Artistic Director. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

Artistic- Teaching, Choreographing, and Directing 

• Teaches and creates choreography for approximately 10-12 hrs/week in Albuquerque Outreach Programs 1 semester/year 

• Teaches and creates choreography for 12-15 weeks in Residency Outreach Program 1 semester/year (traveling to and living in communities; includes per diem, lodging, paid travel time and mileage reimbursement, travel bonus, and additional paid time off)  

• Teaches and Creates choreography for other programs as needed including Summer programs, In-school, After-School, and Advanced Training programs 

• Teaches Train the Trainer workshops and other related programs  

• Subs in the outreach and after-school programs as needed 

Administrative 

• Supports administration and production of associated programs, projects and events, including Train the Trainer, Thank You Project, special events and others  

• Supports Artistic Directors with other organizational projects  

Special Projects and Productions 

• Provides backstage and/or front of house support for performances at The Hiland Theater including Outreach End-of-Year Events, and Hiland Program performances, including acting as stage manager, runner, or other roles. 

• Provides backstage and/or front of house support for Residency performances, including acting as stage manager, runner, or other roles. 

• Provides support for Hiland Community Engagement Events   

General Duties: 

• Schedules regular office hour time 

• Attends all enrichment workshops and meetings, including artistic and joint staff meetings 

• Compiles program reference materials 

• Upholds all Management and HR policies and procedures 

• Other duties as needed 

Working Conditions, Environment and Physical Requirements: 

• Functions performed in a variety of environments including NDI New Mexico offices, schools, residency sites, and other locations 

• Requires reimbursable in-state travel to NDI New Mexico locations, participating schools, residency sites, and community events 

• Requires weekend and evening hours. 

• Requires extensive physical movement, dance, high energy, and stamina 

• May require lifting up to 25 lbs. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: 

Job Specific Requirements: 

• Professional dance performance experience preferred 

• Bachelor’s degree in Dance, Dance Education, or a related field, or the equivalent education/experience, preferred 

• 1-3 years of experience in job-related duties (teaching, choreography, production or administration) 

• Experience teaching in related outreach programs preferred 

• Ability to work a flexible schedule 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

• Excellent organizational skills 

• Highly motivated and energetic 

• Passionate about working with children through the NDI-NM methodology 

• Passionate about work with children in after-school dance program with focus on balancing rigorous dance training with a philosophy of inclusion, celebration of diversity, and focus on building confidence, character, and community 

• Ability to communicate fluently in both English and Spanish, a plus 

Core NDI-NM Employee Requirements: 

• Believes in the mission of the organization 

• Strives for excellence in this job with a “Can Do” attitude 

• Ability to work with people of all backgrounds and ages 

• Highly organized, detail-oriented and result driven 

• Ability to prioritize work and multi-task to meet priorities 

• Supports teamwork and collaboration by demonstrating strong interpersonal skills 

• Communicates effectively through clear speaking, writing and effective listening 

• Behaves respectfully, ethically and with personal integrity 

• Operates in a fiscally responsible manner 

• Demonstrates adaptability through a willingness to be flexible and versatile in a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency 

• Professional appearance and telephone manner 

Salary : $40,000 - $50,000