Dance Specialist (Beacon Community Center)

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

Founded in 1965, the Chinese-American Planning Council, Inc. (CPC) aims to promote the social and economic empowerment of Chinese American, immigrant, and low-income communities. Today, CPC is the nation's largest Asian American social services agency and offers more than 50 programs at over 35 sites throughout New York City, including early childhood education, school-age care, youth services, workforce development, community services, and senior services. CPC strives to be the premier social service and leadership development organization. In 2017, CPC launched Advancing Our CommUNITY, its organization-wide strategy to expand services to address persistent needs and emerging trends and to improve leadership skills among staff and community members. In 2022, our core programs and emergency services reached 200,000 people living in all five boroughs and all 51 city council districts. In the summer of 2022, CPC was recognized as the number one Chinese American organization in New York City to recommend to a Chinese immigrant looking for in-language and culturally competent resources according to a recent survey. This accomplishment is a testament to the incredible work and dedication of our staff. (For more information, please visit: )

PROGRAM SUMMARY

Funded through the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), the CPC Beacon Community Center at John J. Pershing I.S. 220 serves youth, adults, and families in the Sunset Park neighborhood. The center’s goal is to deliver a multitude of services for local community members by creating an inclusive atmosphere that promotes cultural awareness, active engagement, leadership, and advocacy skills acquisition, and empowers individuals to ultimately become self-sufficient.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Beacon Director, the part-time Dance Specialist will have a strong background in dance, excellent teaching skills, and a commitment to helping students achieve their full potential. This role involves teaching dance classes, creating engaging lesson plans, and contributing to a positive and inclusive atmosphere. This position is from September 2025 until the end of the school year in June 2026.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Instruct students of various ages and skill levels in different dance styles.
• Create and implement engaging and age-appropriate lesson plans and choreography.
• Provide constructive feedback and encouragement to help students develop their dance skills.
• Organize and rehearse routines for community shows and recitals.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for students and staff.
• Work closely with other teaching artists and staff to support the program goals and initiatives.
• Communicate with parents on students’ progress and address any concerns
• Update Director on unit progress and address any concerns or questions.
• Other program duties as determined by the Director