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Job Description About Us New York Edge (NYE) is the largest provider of school-based afterschool and summer programming in New York City, serving thousands of students annually across all five boroughs and Long Island. Our mission is to help young people discover their potential by providing programs that support academic achievement, social-emotional development, and leadership growth. Through deep partnerships with schools, communities, and city agencies, we deliver high-quality experiences that address the needs of the whole child and build pathways to lifelong success. NYE also serves as a leading Community-Based Organization (CBO) in the NYC Community Schools initiative, partnering with school leadership to coordinate integrated supports such as expanded learning, family engagement, and wellness services to ensure students and families have access to comprehensive school-based resources About Fusion Arts at New York Edge – Summary Fusion Arts is an interdisciplinary program that empowers youth through Dance, Music, and Fashion, emphasizing cultural expression and creative collaboration. Specialists in each discipline guide students in hands-on workshops rooted in global genres, culminating in a final showcase that highlights student voice, identity, and artistic growth. This dual-reporting role supports both the Curriculum & Instruction team and Site Program Directors, working across two program sites to deliver engaging, high-quality programming aligned with Fusion Arts goals. Specialist Roles Responsibilities: * Dance: Teach styles such as Jazz, Hip Hop, House, Afrobeats, and traditional Latin dances (e.g., Bomba, Plena, Merengue, Bachata); create culturally informed choreography and lead rehearsals. * Music: Introduce rhythm, song, and improvisation using percussion and digital tools; explore genre-specific sounds and support performance music direction. * Fashion: Teach sketching, sewing, styling, and garment construction; support cultural storytelling through wearable design and performance wardrobe creation. Why Join: Fusion Arts Specialists co-create joyful, meaningful learning experiences that inspire youth and open pathways into arts, entertainment, and design careers. You'll work as both an artist and educator, contributing to a visionary program that centers youth voice, culture, and creativity. Position Summary: Specialists deliver engaging, culturally responsive instruction in their discipline while collaborating across teams to create an integrated arts experience.This dual-reporting role supports both the Curriculum & Instruction team and Site Program Directors, working across two program sites to deliver high-quality programming, aligned with Fusion Arts goals. Schedule: Afterschool (Mon–Thurs, 2:30–6:00 PM); optional Saturdays (9:30 AM–3:30 PM); bi-weekly meetings and trainings required. Key Responsibilities: * Lead discipline-specific, hands-on workshops aligned with the Fusion Arts curriculum * Foster safe, inclusive, and creative spaces for students * Adapt lessons to student interests and community context * Manage session materials, classroom engagement, and student documentation * Collaborate on final performance planning and execution * Attend ongoing trainings and planning meetings to enhance practice and align across sites * Other duties assigned. Qualifications – Summary * High School Diploma or equivalent (required); college coursework or degree in arts, education, or related field preferred * Minimum 1 year of experience teaching youth in educational, community, or arts settings * Proven skill and passion in Dance, Music, or Fashion instruction * Ability to travel and work in person at two school-based program sites * Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills * Must be 18 years or older New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

Job DescriptionAbout Us: Impact Dojo is a young, innovative company revolutionizing the way martial arts is taught to children and adults. Founded in 2015 in the Chicagoland area, Impact Dojo has experienced tremendous growth and is looking for the right people to join its team. Who We Are Looking For: Impact Dojo is seeking a highly motivated, energetic, professional black belt instructor who believes deeply in the organization’s mission and who displays a record of achievement in effective supervision & management of youth, teaching martial arts skills and techniques, building positive relationships, and ensuring the safety and well-being of people of all ages. We are a growing corporation and need an instructor who has experience working with children between the ages of 4 and 18. The ideal candidate would be a martial artist with considerable skill in an art form compatible with karate and be passionate about teaching martial arts. This individual must provide constructive criticism, implement company curriculum, and be a team player. Also demonstrate outstanding communication skills with children and their parents, which include the ability to use clear, concise, and grammatically correct written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with students, their families, peers, the leadership team and the larger community. A Child abuse clearance and criminal checks are required. Experience Requirements: A Minimum of 2 years of previous experience working with children; examples include but are not limited to: academic/athletic tutoring, camp counselor, and youth volunteer. Martial Arts teaching experience (1 – 5 years minimum) required. Certification Requirements: Teaching certification (preferred but not required) Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree (preferred but not required) Essential Job Responsibilities: The Martial Arts Instructor is responsible for the supervision of students, giving martial arts-specific instruction, providing a safe and fun learning environment, and serving as a positive role model for students. • Provide daily martial arts instruction to students between the ages of 4 and 18 with different ability levels., • Demonstrate martial arts techniques, explaining the principles behind them, observe and assess students performing martial arts, and give them feedback on their progress., • Group supervision of students with attention to: behavior and group management, health and safety, security, and personal and skill development., • Ensure the safety of students and team members in and out of the martial arts area, and teach safe training habits. Enforce all martial arts rules and regulations., • Organize and prepare daily lesson plans in a fun and creative manner., • Use effective classroom management skills to lead the activity and effectively create a fun environment where everyone feels included., • Work effectively with fellow Activity Specialists and collaborate on daily responsibilities. Serve as a positive role model to students., • Follow the Impact Dojo Code of Conduct and maintain the Impact Dojo look at all times., • Exhibit Impact Martial Arts Core Values at all times and adhere to all company policies., • Knowledge and ability in your martial arts discipline., • Understand and support the mission of the organization., • The ability to work effectively with others in all levels of the organization in a professional manner., • Positive attitude and commitment to the growth and development of youth., • Commitment to producing consistent, high-quality work, and commitment to the growth of the organization. Excellent judgment, ability to identify problems and works quickly to find solutions., • Patient, caring, and creative., • Flexible, adaptive, and a team player. Be willing to travel. Ability to respond to emergency situations that may require running and climbing stairs. Good physical condition which enables candidate to execute all responsibilities associated with this position. Powered by JazzHR 3dRoNDfC4d

Art Teacher Teaching Artist - Part-Time. Join One River School of Art + Design to teach and mentor motivated students, work alongside practicing artists in a creative community, and grow with a team that invests in your development-from day one. This is a Part time Position with evening and weekend