Dance Specialist

About the role

The Police Athletic League (PAL) is the largest independent youth organization in New York City that provides educational and recreational activities for children and young adults. PAL Inc. and The New York City Police Department work in partnership to provide communities with summer and after-school recreational and educational activities. We are seeking a part-time Dance Specialist to develop and implement a range of cultural and fine arts activities.

Responsibilities

• Model and uphold all Agency policies and procedures.
• Ensure that age-appropriate activities are implemented for youth in 6-8th grades.
• Plan, organize, and manage arts programming that is cohesive within the scope of the program.
• Perform administrative duties that support the above primary functions.
• Engage a group of 15-20 students in a curriculum exploring the art of dance as a tool for project-based learning.
• Introduce students to the world of Dance and a variety of forms such as modern, tap, ballet, hip hop, salsa, etc.
• Plan and post-activity schedules and evidence of work in approved areas.
• Make periodic reports/announcements on program activities and evaluate participation, progress, and development of program youth.
• Responsible for the inventory, ordering, care, and maintenance of all related supplies and equipment.
• Quickly identify and seek to resolve conflicts and behavioral problems in consultation with the program coordinator.

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years of academic preparation in fine arts or other equivalent training.
• A minimum of two years of work experience in a non-profit youth or social service agency with supervisory experience.
• Understanding conflict resolution, mediation, and mentoring concepts.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to speak professionally to staff members, parents, community residents, visitors, NYPD officers, and PAL partner organizations.
• Familiarity with administrative protocols involving dress, demeanor, record keeping, reporting, confidentiality, visitors, and use of supplies and equipment.
• A High School Diploma or equivalent, 18 years and/or older.

Skills

• A minimum of two years of academic preparation in fine arts or other equivalent training.
• A minimum of two years of work experience in a non-profit youth or social service agency with supervisory experience.
• Understanding conflict resolution, mediation, and mentoring concepts.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to speak professionally to staff members, parents, community residents, visitors, NYPD officers, and PAL partner organizations.
• Familiarity with administrative protocols involving dress, demeanor, record keeping, reporting, confidentiality, visitors, and use of supplies and equipment.

Compensation

$18-$19/hr

Schedule

Monday - Friday 3PM-6PM

Location

The position is available at MS 118 - Bronx

Start Date

10/01/2025

Benefits

We are an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected characteristic including, but not limited to, an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Pay

$18-$19/hr

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected characteristic including, but not limited to, an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.