AATT Academy | Spring 2026

Start Date: Immediate

End Date: May 30, 2026

Location: Bronx, NY

Department: Programming

Type: Part-time, Seasonal

This is an immediate hire as we prepare for the Spring season.

 

ABOUT BAAD!

BAAD! Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance creates, produces, presents, and supports the development of

cutting-edge and challenging works in contemporary dance and other creative disciplines that empower women,

Latinos, people of color, and LGBTQ communities.

BAAD!’s newest initiative, AATT Academy, is an athletic dance education program for students ages 6–9, based on

the training and artistic philosophy of BAAD!’s Artistic Director, Arthur Avilés.

 

ABOUT AATT ACADEMY

AATT Academy is inspired by Arthur Avilés’ multidisciplinary training in ballet, contemporary dance, gymnastics,

wrestling, swimming, diving, and other physical forms, which led him to develop Swift/Flow, a movement

technique rooted in water-based principles.

Professional Teaching Artists implement this technique as the foundation of the curriculum, creating a progressive

training ground for athletic dancers who are deeply connected to their bodies, behaviors, and community.

AATT Academy fosters a positive, fun, safe, and creative environment grounded in five core values:

? Celebrate individuality

? Celebrate diversity

? Freedom within structure

? Always think in the fabulous realm

? Dance together as a community

 

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Athletic Dance Education Assistant (ADEA) works closely with the Athletic Dance Education Coordinator

(ADEC) to support both administrative functions and in-studio program delivery. This is a leadership role requiring

strong classroom management skills, clear communication, and the ability to support Teaching Artists and students in real time.

 

ROLE STRUCTURE

Administrative Support (Pre-Program)

Before the start of the AATT Academy program, the ADEA supports the ADEC with student recruitment and

program preparation. Responsibilities may include:

? Assisting with parent outreach, tabling, social media posts, and promotional materials

? Supporting data organization and communications via email and phone

? Actively engaging prospective parents and students as directed by the ADEC

(Administrative responsibilities are supportive in nature and guided by the ADEC.)

 

In-Studio Support (During Program)

Once the program begins, the ADEA is responsible for supporting 26 students in acclimating to AATT Academy’s

Core Values and structure. The ADEA plays a key role in maintaining a safe, orderly, and positive studio environment by:

? Guiding students through transitions between classes

? Supporting each student in receiving exemplary instruction

? Managing classroom order and enforcing studio safety rules

? Assisting Teaching Artists with demonstrations, modeling techniques, queuing music, timekeeping, and

transitions

? Providing modifications for individual student needs

? Maintaining clear communication with Teaching Artists and stepping in as support when needed

Some teaching may be required when necessary, though teaching is not the primary focus of the role.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

? Assist the ADEC in implementing program curriculum and schedule in collaboration with the Artistic

Director

? Support recruitment of at least 26 students (13 girls, 13 boys) from Westchester Square and surrounding

Bronx neighborhoods

? Assist with student and guardian check-in and check-out

? Attend all classes in person and support Teaching Artists during instruction

? Help maintain student focus and engagement

? Teach class only when the lead Teaching Artist is absent and no substitute is present, in coordination with

the ADEC

? Communicate with parents, Teaching Artists, and partners as needed

? Prepare documents and materials as requested

? Maintain weekly office hours as determined by the ADEC and post them to BAAD!’s Google Calendar

? Set up and strike studio spaces for classes and events

? Assist with flyers and promotional materials

? Maintain punctuality and strong attention to detail

 

QUALIFICATIONS

? Confident, friendly leadership presence; comfortable working with children ages 6–9 and their parents

? Minimum two years of dance teaching or assisting experience with school-age children

? Strong classroom management and problem-solving skills

? Excellent verbal and written communication skills

? Fluency in English required; Spanish a plus

 

COMPENSATION & HOURS

? 20 hours per week (additional approved hours discussed with ADEC and Artistic Director as needed);

There may be additional hours added weekly when program is in session.

? $20/hour

? Orientations: $50 per orientation

? Substitute Teaching Artist rate (if needed): $100 per class

 

BENEFITS

? Subsidized studio rental space at BAAD!

? Discounted tickets to BAAD! events

? Letters of recommendation and references

? Supportive training environment toward a career in Dance Education

 

TO APPLY

Please submit a resume and cover letter to [arthur@baadbronx.org] with the subject line:

“AATT Academy Athletic Dance Education Assistant – Spring 2026.”