Allegro Foundation… a Champion for Children with Disabilities is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that combines movement instruction with educational and medical expertise, creating new techniques to teach children with disabilities and enhance their quality of life.
Position Overview Allegro Foundation is looking for a kind, high-energy Program Assistant / Movement Instructor to join our full-time staff! If you love children and are eager to make an impact, we will provide full training in the Allegro Technique beginning on day one.
- Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week)
- Location: 419 Ardmore Road, Charlotte, NC 28209
- Hours: Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (includes a paid working lunch to maintain organizational flow)
Key Responsibilities
Assistant Instructor Duties
- Attend Allegro curriculum meetings.
- Assist Lead Teachers in preparing rooms and materials for class.
- Assist Lead Teachers throughout classes with music, props, and student engagement.
- May be required to dress up in a themed, child-friendly costume for specific classes.
Lead Instructor Duties
- Attend Allegro curriculum meetings.
- Follow lesson plans from the Allegro curriculum and teach assigned 30-minute Movement Education classes to children with disabilities.
- Attend choreography meetings with the Executive Director and fellow instructors.
- Help conduct student assessments and evaluations.
Office & Administrative Work
- General clerical duties and office organization.
- Assistance with fundraising events, donor outreach, and office errands.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Experience
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.
- Prior experience working with children.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and basic graphic design (Canva or similar) is a strong plus.
Skills & Abilities
- Outgoing & High-Energy: Enthusiastic, animated personality capable of holding young children's attention.
- Strong Leadership: Confident presence, able to project your voice and manage a classroom of students to musical counts.
- Professionalism & Accountability: Respect for office rules, punctuality, and commitment to teaching the Allegro Technique as trained.
- Communication: Excellent verbal communication skills and comfort making professional phone calls.
- Team Player: Ability to collaborate smoothly on a high-functioning team, multi-task, and remain flexible to changing demands.
- Detail-Oriented: Strong organizational skills with a desire to grow professionally and accept constructive feedback.
Position Details & Benefits
Benefits Available (After 90 Days of Employment):
- 5 Paid PTO/Flex days per calendar year.
- Immediate eligibility for 6 major paid holidays.
- Health Insurance
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Simple IRA Retirement Plan with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 3% (upon meeting eligibility requirements).
Other Requirements:
- Valid NC or SC driver’s license and access to reliable, insured transportation.
- Successful completion of a background check.