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Commonpoint Queens
Instructor, Mommy & Me
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What they do
A Dance Teacher teaches students in dance movement and choreography. Usually requires previous dance experience. Teaches a variety of dancing styles to individuals or groups of students. Styles may include ballet, tap, hip-hop, ballroom, jazz, lyrical or modern.
$45,387 / year median in New York
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Instructor, Mommy & Me Commonpoint is seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and creative individual to lead a brand-new Mommy and Me class for caregivers and their young children (ages 6 months-3 years). This is a unique opportunity to help shape and grow a new program from the ground up at our Bayside location. The instructor will be responsible for creating a welcoming, engaging, and developmentally appropriate experience for families through music, movement, sensory play, storytelling, and bonding activities. Responsibilities Plan and lead 30-45 minute Mommy and Me sessions each Saturday morning Design age-appropriate activities that encourage bonding, socialization, and early childhood development Foster a warm and inclusive environment for families attending Commonpoint programs Communicate regularly with Commonpoint's program coordinator and provide feedback to support program growth Help promote the program through community outreach or word-of-mouth (optional but encouraged) Adapt curriculum and activities based on class size and age ranges Qualifications Prior experience teaching or working with young children (early childhood, preschool, daycare, or similar) Experience leading group activities such as music, movement, or sensory play preferred Energetic, reliable, and able to engage both children and adults Creative, flexible, and comfortable launching a new program at Commonpoint CPR/First Aid certification a plus Compensation Paid hourly or per class (rate based on experience starting at $30) Opportunity to increase hours or classes as the program expands within