AMP: Artists' Meeting Place and Resource Collective

Reports to: Director of Programs
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Hours: Full-time (schedule may vary)
Salary Range: $13.50 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits: Competitive health insurance package, paid vacation, and 401K matching plan

A Place Called Home is a dynamic, non-profit youth center in South Central Los Angeles. APCH provides educational programs, counseling, mentoring, music, dance and art classes, and fitness opportunities. As youth participate in our programs, they discover interests and talents and develop a better sense of themselves and their place in the world around them. Our goal is to increase the likelihood that youth will stay in school, pursue higher education, attain viable jobs, and become active citizens capable of making positive change in the world in which they live. (www.apch.org)

SUMMARY
The Dance Coordinator plans, organizes, administers, instructs and supervises dance department staff and activities for APCH members.

Technical and Performance Skills
Oral and Written Communication Skills Classroom Management
Professionalism Group and Individual Instruction
Management Skills Organizational Skills
Dedicated to excellence Time Management
Collaborative Skills (ability to work with donors, staff and volunteers)
Computer Skills (Basic level of Microsoft Office)
Ability to speak, write, and understand Spanish (Strongly preferred)

Education/Training/Experience
Degree: Bachelors degree in dance or similar field (equivalent experience accepted)
Training and proficiency in various dance disciplines.
Professional experience in performance, teaching, and choreography
Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in dance instruction and program management

APCH Dance Students seek…
Patience Dance experience and knowledge of theory
Responsible and Prepared Caring/Funny/Smart/Respectful

Note: Our members' opinions are important to us and therefore have been permitted to share their thoughts on what they desire in a Dance Coordinator.

Physical and Mental Demands
• Able to work in chaotic and high noise level environment typical of a youth center
• Ability to dance technical and recreational forms
• Walking, standing, aerobic activity required on daily basis
• Lift up to 25 pounds regularly
• Must be willing to work flexible schedule and weekends for performances, rehearsals
EEO
Background screening required

To apply, please send your cover letter and resume, to Angela Maldonado; HR Director at angela@apch.org (E-mail submission only/No phone inquiries)

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