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Founded in 1980, the Dance Group performs the repertory of choreographer Mark Morris, hailed as the “the most successful and influential choreographer alive, and indisputably the most musical” (The New York Times), whose work is acclaimed for its ingenuity, musicality, wit, and humanity. Live music and community engagement are vital components of the Dance Group. It has toured with its own musicians, the MMDG Music Ensemble, since 1996, and regularly collaborates with orchestras and opera companies around the world. In addition to 12 full-time dancers, the organization currently employs approximately 200 full-time, part-time and seasonal employees.\nIn the heart of the Brooklyn Cultural District, the Mark Morris Dance Center, founded in 2001, is the hub of dance and music education in Brooklyn. The nine-studio building provides affordable classes in multiple genres for people of all ages, levels, with and without disabilities, accompanied by live music. The studios, a performance space, a Wellness Center, and ancillary spaces are all available to the community and to nonprofit organizations at subsidized rates. MMDG’s Community Education Programs partner with public and private schools and community centers to provide customized classes. MMDG also offers customized dance workshops for persons with Parkinson’s disease.\nMMDG programs in NYC and worldwide engage over 100,000 people annually. Propelled by core values of community, access, excellence, and creativity, MMDG is committed to ongoing equity, diversity, and inclusion work to ensure its programs are welcoming and accessible to all.\nThe 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.\nKey responsibilities include, but are not limited to:\nAdministrative & Registration Support\nRespond to School voicemail, email inquiries, and Zendesk; route inquiries to other team members when needed.\nBuild and maintain School classes, schedules, and registration information within Active Network.\nSupport School registration periods, registering new and returning students over the phone and in person.\nSupport planning and day-of logistics for end of semester Friends and Family Days and Community Sharings.\nProgram & Operational Support\nProvide hands-on School program support for camps, special projects, and seasonal initiatives.\nIncrease support during camps and at the beginning and end of each semester, including the ability to adjust work schedule and teach when needed.\nSecure with last-minute weekend substitute coverage; teach when needed.\nFront Desk Support\nProvide weekend School support at the Front Desk, helping to greet and direct faculty and families and address any time-sensitive issues as they arise.\nProvide weekend Front Desk coverage and other coverage as needed, in coordination with the School Operations Manager and Dance Center Operations Manager.\nGeneral Duties\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nSupervisory Responsibilities: \nNo\nMinimum Education & Experience Requirements: \nHigh school diploma or equivalent required.\nOne (1) year of administrative, customer service, education, arts administration, or related experience preferred.\nOne (1) year of experience teaching dance or movement classes to children and/or teens; early childhood teaching experience preferred.\nSpecial Requirements: \nAbility to work evenings and weekends as required by program needs.\nAbility to adjust work schedule during peak program periods, including camps and the beginning and end of each semester.\nAbility to teach classes and provide substitute coverage when assigned.\nSuccessful completion of all required pre-employment screenings, including background checks, as applicable.\nKnowledge, Skill, and Ability Requirements:\nStrong customer service and interpersonal skills.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills.\nStrong organizational skills and attention to detail.\nAbility to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.\nAbility to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office applications.\nAbility to learn and effectively use Active Network, Zendesk, and other department software.\nYOU WILL BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE IF YOU:\nEnjoy providing exceptional customer service and creating a welcoming experience for children, families, faculty, and visitors.\nAre highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.\nCommunicate clearly, professionally, and with a positive, solutions-oriented approach.\nAre comfortable learning and using technology, including registration and customer service platforms.\nThrive in a collaborative environment and are willing to jump in wherever support is needed.\nCan adapt to changing schedules and priorities, particularly during registration periods, camps, and seasonal programming.\nAre dependable, flexible, and enjoy working in a dynamic arts education environment.\nHave experience teaching dance or movement classes to children and teens and are comfortable stepping in to provide substitute coverage when needed.\nSCHEDULE: 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.\nWe offer a comprehensive benefits package including:\nPaid vacation, sick/personal leave, holidays and bonus days \nAccess to free and discounted classes at the Dance Center and online \nAccess to special events and MMDG performances (when available) \nInvitations to cultural events extended to staff members by community partners. \nTo 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.\nNY Pay Transparency Range \nRate\n$22—$22 USD\nEEO STATEMENT:\nWe 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. 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