Purpose of NDI New Mexico Teaching Artist Apprentice:
This role is responsible for learning and delivering the NDI New Mexico In-school curriculum and teaching methodology through our classes in the public schools, helping children and youth develop confidence and character through dance. Training takes place under the supervision of a master instructor in our award-winning curriculum and the core competencies of the NDI New Mexico pedagogy. Instructors are creative partners with a team of teaching artists and musicians to create choreography and lead public school students to success in their culminating performances. The Apprentice is responsible to their Program Artistic Director(s) for carrying out the mission and the policies of the organization.
Primary Responsibilities:
Teaching and Choreography
ยท Training period includes paid apprenticeship learning under the guidance of a master teacher, and participating in training and enrichment workshops to learn the pedagogy and build teaching skills. Schedule can range from 3-12 hours/week
ยท Prepares assignments and lesson plans for classes as directed by lead teaching artist
ยท Works collaboratively with teaching and music team to create choreography for outreach programs
Production Support
ยท Works backstage in support of culminating performances for programs
General Artistic Duties:
ยท Attends all enrichment workshops and staff meetings as needed
ยท Follows NDI New Mexico program curriculum set by program director
ยท Provides program director with required materials and information as needed
ยท Subbing classes when available
ยท Other duties as needed and mutually agreed upon
Working Conditions, Environment and Physical Requirements:
ยท Requires weekend and evening hours
ยท Requires extensive physical movement, dance, high energy, and stamina
ยท In applicable programs performs functions in a variety of environments including: NDI New Mexico offices, schools, residency sites, and other locations
ยท In applicable programs may require reimbursable in-state travel to NDI New Mexico locations, participating schools, residency sites, and community events
Job Specific Requirements:
ยท Professional dance performance experience
ยท College level education preferred
ยท Minimum 1-2 years of experience in job-related duties
ยท Flexibility in work schedule
ยท Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Core NDI-NM Employee Requirements:
ยท Believes in the mission of the organization
ยท Strives for excellence in this job with a โCan Doโ attitude
ยท Ability to work with people of all backgrounds and ages
ยท Highly organized, detail-oriented and result driven
ยท Ability to prioritize work and multi-task to meet priorities
ยท Supports teamwork and collaboration by demonstrating strong interpersonal skills
ยท Communicates effectively through clear speaking, writing and effective listening
ยท Behaves respectfully, ethically and with personal integrity
ยท Operates in a fiscally responsible manner
ยท Demonstrates adaptability through a willingness to be flexible and versatile in a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency
ยท Professional appearance and telephone communication skills