Leap of Joy - Teaching Artist
About Us
Our organization Leap of Joy, a 501(c)3 nonprofit since 2012 offers dance and theater arts after school and summer camp enrichment programs to at-risk youth in underserved schools in Austin, TX. Since 2010, our program has been funded through grants from AISD, City of Austin, Texas Commission on The Arts, Target, A Glimmer of Hope, fundraising and private donations. Leap of Joy is moving to give at-risk youth empowerment and self-acceptance through dance and performance arts.
Job Details:
This is a part-time, on-site role located in Austin, TX. Teaching Artists are responsible for planning and leading dance and theater classes for students ranging from pre-k to middle school.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Artists are responsible for planning and leading dance and theater classes for students ranging from pre-k to middle school. They work with the Leap of Joy team to create lesson plans that meet the needs of students with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Qualifications and Skills:
The ideal candidate is creative, organized, energetic, and passionate about teaching the arts. Must complete a background check with fingerprinting.
Salary range would be:
$22,500 + depending on qualifications (Salary pro-rated for hours worked, 20 per week.)
Compensation and Benefits: 25$-35$ an Hour
How to Apply: Contact Nina Shaw at Nshaw@leapofjoy.org
Application Deadline: 8/31/2024
