School Programs Manager

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:

The internationally renowned Mark Morris Dance Group (MMDG) has received highest praise for their technical aplomb their musicality and their sheer human authenticity. (Bloomberg News). 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 addition to 12 full-time dancers the organization currently employs approximately 200 full-time part-time and seasonal employees.

In 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. MMDGs 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 Parkinsons disease.

MMDG programs in NYC and worldwide engage over 100000 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.

The Mark Morris Dance Group seeks a School Programs Manager to support the successful delivery of all School programming at the Mark Morris Dance Center including 100 weekly classes school year and summer camps special programs and partnerships and events. Reporting to the Director of Education and working closely with the School Operations Manager this role serves as the primary point of contact for School faculty ensuring Teaching Artists have the scheduling communication resources and program support needed to deliver high-quality educational experiences for School students of all abilities from newborns to 18 years old.

The School Programs Manager plays a key role in faculty recruitment and onboarding scheduling professional development program evaluation and maintaining faculty partnership with the School Operations Manager this position helps ensure an exceptional experience for students families and faculty while supporting the continued success and growth of School programming.

The School Programs Manager will join MMDG as the School celebrates its 25^th anniversary this Fall and will play a pivotal role in supporting its continued growth.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Faculty Recruitment Staffing & Administration

• Support the staffing and hiring of approximately 60 School teaching artists and assistant teaching artists for ongoing classes camps andspecial events; issue contractsassistwith new employee onboarding andmaintainfaculty records.
• Collaborate with the Director of Education and School Operations Manager toidentifystaffing needs and provide relevant input on teaching artistselectionand placement.

Faculty Support Communication & Professional Development

• Managefaculty communications related to scheduling staffing programlogistics professional development and School programming. Partner with the School Operations Manager to ensure faculty receive consistent information and support related to students families classroom operations and School policies.
• Serve as a key administrative and programmatic resource for School faculty providing support related to scheduling programlogistics classroom resources and implementation of School programming. Escalate performance or HR concerns to the Director of Education.
• Collaborate with the School Operations Managerand Director of Educationtoidentifyfaculty support and professional development needs.
• Coordinate and support faculty meetings professional development and training opportunities plannedin collaboration with the Director of Education and School Operations Manager.
• Develop andmaintainfaculty resources for lesson planning classroom management and curriculum by program.

Program Quality & Evaluation

• Oversee the administration ofSchool faculty observations and program evaluations includingscheduling documentation sharingfeedbackandtrackingoutcomes. Participate inperformingfaculty observationsand program evaluations.
• Support annual goals and priorities for School programmingestablishedby Director of Education and Dance Center Director.

Program Operations & Special Initiatives

• Support submission ofbi-weekly faculty payroll; working closely with the School Operations Manager to ensure facultytimesheetsare entered accurately and on time.
• Support planning and execution of School events.
• Provide administrative support and faculty resources for new partnerships and initiatives.
• Partner with Institutional Giving Officer to provide data for grant applications and reports.
• Manage annual student recommendations; communicating with families about educational questions and student progress.

Direct Program Support

• Provide last-minute weekend substitute coverage; teach when needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Yes

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Arts Administration Education Dance Performing Arts Nonprofit Management or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience coordinating educational programs faculty or operations preferably within a nonprofit performing arts or educational setting.
• Experience supporting the recruitment onboarding scheduling and administration of teaching artists instructors or similar staff.
• Experience coaching mentoring observing or evaluating teaching artists educators or instructional staff preferred.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working collaboratively across departments and with diverse internal and external stakeholders.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends to support classes performances events meetings and professional development activities.
• Ability to provide last-minute substitute teaching coverage when needed.
• Successful completion of all required pre-employment screenings including background checks as applicable.
• Ability to travel locally between program sites when required.
• Commitment to supporting an inclusive respectful and welcoming learning environment for students families faculty and staff.
• Willingness to complete written Fire Guard Certification test.

Knowledge Skill and Ability Requirements:

• Knowledge of best practices in arts education faculty support and program administration.
• Strong organizational project management and administrative skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with faculty families colleagues and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to build positive working relationships and provide exceptional customer service.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and adapt to changing program needs.
• Strong judgment discretion and professionalism when handling confidential or sensitive information.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and cloud-based collaboration tools; experience with Mindbody or similar scheduling software and payroll/timekeeping systems preferred.
• Ability to analyze information identify solutions and make sound decisions in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to equity inclusion accessibility and belonging in educational programming and workplace practices.

YOU WILL BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE IF YOU:

• Enjoy building relationships and serving as a trusted resource for Teaching Artists and Assistant Teaching Artists.
• Thrive in an environment where balancing multiple priorities and adapting to changing needs is part of the day-to-day.
• Are highly organized detail-oriented and able to manage competing deadlines with accuracy and professionalism.
• Communicate clearly proactively and collaboratively with colleagues faculty students and families.
• Enjoy coordinating people schedules and logistics to ensure programs run smoothly.
• Are passionate about supporting educators and creating the conditions they need to do their best work.
• Value collaboration and enjoy partnering across teams to achieve shared goals.
• Approach challenges with flexibility sound judgment and a positive solutions-oriented mindset.
• Are committed to fostering an inclusive welcoming and respectful learning environment for students families faculty and staff.

SCHEDULE:This is a full-time non-exempt 40-hour per week onsite position.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid vacation sick/personal leave holidays and bonus days
• Employee Health and Life insurance covered 100% Flexible Spending Plan Voluntary vision and dental coverage pre-tax commuter benefit 403(b) retirement plan
• Access to special events and MMDG performances
• Access to free and discounted classes at the Dance Center and online
• Invitations to cultural events are extended to staff members by community partners.

To 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.

EEO STATEMENT:

We 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 persons physical or mental disability. MMDG makes reasonable accommodation wherever necessary for all employees or applicants with disabilities provided that the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the duties and assignments connected with the job and provided that any accommodations made do not require significant difficulty or expense.