Job Title: Teaching Artist (Independent Contractor) Reports to: Program Manager & Executive Director

Founded in 2013, Forward Momentum Chicago (FMC) is a leader in dance education and provides programs and cultural opportunities for youth predominantly in the south and west side communities. Our mission is to inspire possibilities through dance education programs that strengthen schools and communities with limited arts access. FMC is driven by strong partnerships with Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Park District and brings a variety of dance styles cultural awareness to approximately 6,000 diverse youth in grades K-12 each year. Our four core programs – In/After School Residencies, Free Saturday Classes, Summer Dance Camp, and After School Matters – are tailored to support every child.

At the heart of FMC’s work is a commitment to diversifying the field of dance by creating equitable opportunities for any child – regardless of race, abilities, or financial standing – to have access to high-quality dance instruction and the ability learn and pursue the arts. Through dance, students gain the confidence to try new things and are inspired to achieve goals and dreams they may not have thought possible for themselves or their communities.

FMC is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization with a budget of approximately $900,000 through earned and contributed revenue. For more information, please visit forwardmomentumchicago.org.

Position Summary

FMC is seeking dynamic, results-oriented, and responsible dance instructors to join our team. FMC Teaching Artists are independently contracted to provide dance instruction as needed to a variety of constituents, primarily school-age children throughout the city of Chicago. Teaching Artists will utilize the art forms of dance and movement to improve social emotional learning for healthy youth development. Instructional time takes place in-school and out-of-school time through residencies, classes, and workshops that contribute to FMC’s mission. Teaching Artists should adhere to high levels of professionalism and be able to deliver an established, yet flexible curriculum to a variety of age groups. This Independent Contractor position pays $55/hour.

Responsibilities

• Read and adhere to Independent Contractor Agreement and FMC curriculum handbook
• Attend all Teaching Artist Trainings throughout the year
• Plan content of each class to support FMC dance curriculum, integrating dance with other subjects, and introducing students to improvisation and choreography
• Prepare choreography that is both age and skill appropriate to work towards showcase or performance
• Be a representative of FMC that is knowledgeable, committed, responsible, and professional at all times
• Be able to ensure the safety and welfare of all participants at all times
• Complete and submit invoices and progress reports every other week
• Establish connections at school and community sights with administration or facility staff
• Maintain communication with FMC staff, as needed

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and national core arts standards and understanding of arts integration principles
• Significant teaching experience in urban school setting preferred
• Superior classroom management skills
• Must pass federal and local fingerprint background check
• Ability to travel to various locations, neighborhoods, and schools in the Chicago area via reliable transportation
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Multi-disciplinary individuals encouraged
• Personal sound system that can be transported to all class assignments

Job Types: Contract, Part-time

Pay: $55.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Teaching in Public Schools: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

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