AATT Academy | Spring and Summer 2026

Program Sessions & Days

Spring: April 13 – June 12 (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Summer: July 7 – August 6 (Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays)
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 [monica.adec@baadbronx.org and arthur@baadbronx.org] with the subject line:
“AATT Academy Athletic Dance Education Assistant – Spring/Summer 2026.”