With more than 40 years of history in DC, Joy of Motion provides high-quality dance education and performances for students and audiences at all ages and stages of development. We are committed to building strong, healthy communities of people that share a universal love of dance and stand by the principle that Dance is for Everyone.
Joy of Motion Dance Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
* Please visit our Workstudy page to learn about volunteering in exchange for adult drop-in classes.
Faculty & Staff Job Opportunities
2019 Dance Instructors: Hip Hop, Ballet, Modern, Jazz, and KidMotion
Responsibilities
Dance Instruction
Conducts and executes classes following Joy of Motion Dance Center curriculum guidelines
Demonstrate creative ideas and enthusiasm for dance education.
Instruct dance classes in accordance to needs of the organization in terms of style, age group, and scheduling
Requirements
Passion for working with children and adults; dedication to development and positive outcomes
Comprehensive understanding of and skills in dance education; ability to create lesson plans for drop-in classes or series (enrollment) programs for youth or adults
Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in dance instruction
Ability to manage a classroom of up to 15
Excellent communication skill
Availability to instruct on weekday afternoons and evenings and/or weekend mornings and afternoons
Access to transportation to all Joy of Motion studio locations
Bachelor’s degree in Dance or Dance Education OR equivalent experience in the dance field.
Note:we are also seeking instructors specially to teach in our DCPS and DCPCS partner sites. Please indicate in your communications if you would be interested in expanding access to dance!
Position Details
Reports to: Director of Community Dance School and/or Director of Dance Institute
Employment Status: Part-Time Hourly Employee
Compensation: Hourly rate commensurate with experience + level of education, with free dance classes at all JOM locations.
Target Start Date: March 2019
How to Apply
Please submit a resume or CV and cover letter to:Krystal Odom – kodom@joyofmotion.org AND Helen Hayes – hhayes@joyofmotion.org
Lighting Designers
Job Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Production Manager, the Lighting Designer oversees and contributes to the successful completion of the lighting elements for Joy of Motion programming.
Working closely with the Production Manager and Theater Manager, the Lighting Designer is responsible for executing all lighting for productions. This includes facilitating requests from Production Manager and choreographers, setting up the space (cabling, gelling, maintaining and setting up/striking lights, lighting board and any other equipment needed for the execution of a production) and management duties etc. as necessary. In collaboration with the Theater Manager, the LD executes calling of the show. The LD is responsible for operating the light board during the production(s). The LD upholds and implements Joy of Motion’s mentoring philosophy, mission value, and goals statements.
Qualifications:
Individual must be punctual and manage time well.
College student/graduate or equivalent
Must be at least 19yrs of age
Knowledge of theater operation and lighting equipment
Some dance knowledge
Strong organizational and people skills
Individual must have the ability to lift objects up to 50 lbs
Hours/Benefits:
Part-Time Weekend Hours, required primarily Saturday and Sunday evenings. Hours are typically Saturday and Sunday 4:30-10:30 pm. Hours are also based on the production schedule. Some months there will be shows every weekend, other months there might only be 1-2 shows. You must be available for both Saturday and Sunday of a weekend to accept the show
Lighting Designers start at $125/evening
Individual will also receive free dance classes at all Joy of Motion locations
Please submit a resume and cover letter to production@joyofmotion.org with the subject line of “Lighting Designer Resume”.
Internship Opportunities
Main Office Marketing Intern
Join our marketing team and help to inspire the DMV to dance! We’re looking for highly capable and inspired undergrad or graduate students to support our marketing team. Some experience using Adobe Creative Suite, Mindbody, Salesforce, Hootsuite, Google Analytics and MAC programs is required. Must be able to work at least 20 hours per week (flexible schedule) and reliably be able to commute to the H Street studio location. Duties include placing online advertisements in free publications, grassroots marketing, event support, market research, assisting with website maintenance, assisting with maintaining marketing materials, and general office support. Each intern is required to create and complete a final project for their portfolio that serves their educational goals and the organization (for example: past interns have completed social media and blog plans, etc.) To apply, submit a cover letter, project proposal, and resume to Maggie Walker: mwalker@joyofmotion .org. Use “Marketing Intern” in the subject line. Marketing interns are accepted on a rolling basis when we have availability.
Operations Intern
Are you a student looking for real world experiences? Work with our Director of Operations and learn arts management from the inside out. Students must need college credit, be proficient in Microsoft Office, and dedicate 15 hours each week. Benefits include unlimited dance classes in a casual work environment that nurtures young professionals. To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and completed application to studiohiring@joyofmotion.org. Use “Finance Intern” in the subject line.
Production Intern
Are you a theatre/arts student looking for real world experiences? Work with our Production Director and learn theatre arts management from the inside out. Students should need college credit. Basic Mac skills required, and an ability to work well unsupervised. Dedicate 15 hours each week and receive unlimited dance classes at a casual work environment that nurtures young professionals. To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and completed application to studiohiring@joyofmotion.org. Use “Production Intern” in the subject line.
