Assist teaching artist in the classroom during two 3-week dance residencies at PS/MS 27 in Red Hook, Brooklyn
- Prepare the classroom before and after the session
- Make daily arrangements with the school to facilitate the sessions
- Create written program for student performances, which will include students’ writings.
- Assist Dancing in the Streets staff in preparation for Hip Hop Generation Next Block
The residencies
From May 27-June 14, 2008, teaching artist Adia Whitaker (Artistic Director of Ase Dance Theatre Collective) and ASE’s percussionist, Sekou Alájé will conduct two 3-week intensive dance residencies—for 5th and 6th grades—at PS/MS 27 in Red Hook, Brooklyn. Both residencies will culminate in a public performance by the students on June 14, 2008, at the Hip Hop Generation Next community wide block party in Red Hook’s Coffey Park, which will include performances by professional dance companies.
Qualifications
Experience in dance and/or in working with children. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Hours
Full time internship. Time will be divided between the school and Dancing in the Streets’ office in midtown Manhattan.
Fee
$1,000
To apply, send cover letter and resume to Aviva Davidson at adavidson@dancinginthestreets.org. Please write Arts Education Coordinator on Subject Line.
Or fax: 212-625-3510.
Aviva Davidson
Executive and Artistic Director
Dancing in the Streets