School Assistant
The Mark Morris Dance Group seeks a part-time School Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of our School programs at the Mark Morris Dance Center. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about dance education and enjoys providing excellent customer service with the goal of creating a welcoming experience for children, families, faculty, and visitors. Reporting to the School Operations Manager, you'll provide administrative support, assist with registration and scheduling, support camps and special events, provide weekend front desk coverage, and occasionally teach or provide substitute coverage for School classes.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Administrative & Registration Support
- Program & Operational Support
- Front Desk Support
- General Duties
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- One (1) year of administrative, customer service, education, arts administration, or related experience preferred.
- One (1) year of experience teaching dance or movement classes to children and/or teens; early childhood teaching experience preferred.
Special Requirements:
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as required by program needs.
- Ability to adjust work schedule during peak program periods, including camps and the beginning and end of each semester.
- Ability to teach classes and provide substitute coverage when assigned.
- Successful completion of all required pre-employment screenings, including background checks, as applicable.
Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Requirements:
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to learn and effectively use Active Network, Zendesk, and other department software.
You will be successful in this role if you:
- Enjoy providing exceptional customer service and creating a welcoming experience for children, families, faculty, and visitors.
- Are highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
- Communicate clearly, professionally, and with a positive, solutions-oriented approach.
- Are comfortable learning and using technology, including registration and customer service platforms.
- Thrive in a collaborative environment and are willing to jump in wherever support is needed.
- Can adapt to changing schedules and priorities, particularly during registration periods, camps, and seasonal programming.
- Are dependable, flexible, and enjoy working in a dynamic arts education environment.
- Have experience teaching dance or movement classes to children and teens and are comfortable stepping in to provide substitute coverage when needed.
Schedule: This is a part-time, non-exempt 20-25 hours per week, onsite position. Saturday and Sunday hours required with two other week days to be confirmed.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Paid vacation, sick/personal leave, holidays and bonus days
- Access to free and discounted classes at the Dance Center and online
- Access to special events and MMDG performances (when available)
- Invitations to cultural events extended to staff members by community partners.
To join our team, please submit your resume along with a cover letter addressed to Bianca Golden, Director of Education. Cover letters must highlight relevant experience; resume submittals without a cover letter will not be considered.
NY Pay Transparency Range
Rate
$22 - $22 USD
EEO STATEMENT:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or veteran status. It is the policy of MMDG to comply with all the relevant and applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). MMDG does not discriminate against any qualified employees or job applicants with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. MMDG makes reasonable accommodation wherever necessary for all employees or applicants with disabilities, provided that the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the duties and assignments connected with the job and provided that any accommodations made do not require significant difficulty or expense.