About Dancewave:
Dancewave brings together a diverse community of young people through dance education and performance. We believe that dance provides a forum for meaningful, positive exchange between kids of all backgrounds and cultures. Since its inception in 1995 by Diane Jacobowitz, Artistic/Executive Director, Dancewave has created programs that are challenging and artistically substantial, and which address young people's needs for individual achievement and group identity. Our pre-professional dance education and performance training programs offer young people a rare combination of high-level artistic integrity, educational rigor, and nurturing support.

For more about Dancewave: http://dancewave.org/

Job Description:
Dancewave seeks Coaching Artists for its pre-professional youth Company Program during the 2017-2018 year (August 2017 – June 2018). This is a part-time hourly position (flexible, can be 5-10+ hours) that will require attendance at special events, evening and possible weekend shifts. Note: A training workshop in late August will be required for all Coaching Artists.

Essential Responsibilities:
- Attend and manage Company/Ensemble rehearsals, events, and performances
- Serve as liaison between artists, students, families, and Dancewave administration; effectively managing relationships and regular communication with all parties
- Play an active role during rehearsals, including (but not limited to) documentation, student mentoring, cueing breaks, leading warm ups, leading opening and closing circles and Regroup sessions
- Attend professional development sessions and check-in meetings
- Facilitate metrics program survey completion
- Maintain student attendance and manage absence follow-ups
- Ensure best practices in restorative models for student discipline

Successful candidates will demonstrate:
- Professional and clear written and oral communication skills
- Exemplary time management
- An interest in restorative discipline
- An interest in pre-professional dance training
- Effective and appropriate youth supervision skills
- A minimum of 1-2 years of dance teaching experience
- Self-direction, while also working well with others
- A friendly and fun demeanor
- Experience working with youth from diverse backgrounds

Application Instructions:
To apply, please send a letter of interest explaining why you are a good fit for this position and a resume with three references to jobs@dancewave.org. No calls, please. We will only contact qualified applicants with a complete application for an interview.