Teaching and ChoreographyTraining 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/weekPrepares assignments and lesson plans for classes as directed by lead teaching artistWorks collaboratively with teaching and music team to create choreography for outreach programsProduction Support • Works backstage in support of culminating performances for programsGeneral Artistic Duties: Attends all enrichment workshops and staff meetings as neededFollows NDI New Mexico program curriculum set by program directorProvides program director with required materials and information as neededSubbing classes when availableOther duties as needed and mutually agreed uponWorking Conditions, Environment and Physical Requirements: Requires weekend and evening hoursRequires extensive physical movement, dance, high energy, and staminaIn applicable programs performs functions in a variety of environments including: NDI New Mexico offices, schools, residency sites, and other locationsIn applicable programs may require reimbursable in-state travel to NDI New Mexico locations, participating schools, residency sites, and community eventsJob Specific Requirements: Professional dance performance experienceCollege level education preferredMinimum 1-2 years of experience in job-related dutiesFlexibility in work scheduleExcellent verbal and written communication skillsCore NDI-NM Employee Requirements: Believes in the mission of the organizationStrives for excellence in this job with a "Can Do" attitudeAbility to work with people of all backgrounds and agesHighly organized, detail-oriented and result drivenAbility to prioritize work and multi-task to meet prioritiesSupports teamwork and collaboration by demonstrating strong interpersonal skillsCommunicates effectively through clear speaking, writing and effective listeningBehaves respectfully, ethically and with personal integrityOperates in a fiscally responsible mannerDemonstrates adaptability through a willingness to be flexible and versatile in a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiencyProfessional appearance
