ExpectationsWe are looking for someone we can count on to:Own:Partnerships with K-12 educators, particularly dance teachers across the New York City school systemAge appropriate curricula and lesson plans to make our collections accessible and inspiring for younger audiencesClass visits to the LibraryTeach:Dance history and movement through our collectionsProfessional development to educatorsLearn:The handling requirements of special collectionsThe protocols around using materials outside of the Library's reading roomsPermissions around use of collectionsImprove:Educational offerings of the Dance DivisionOur reach to K-12 educatorsSome expectations for this role are that within:1 month, this person will:Make contact with key dance educators and administrators to maintain the Division's relationships with them3 months, this person will:Begin work on their first lesson plansLead their first classes at the LibraryCollaborate with the Theatre and Music Education Coordinators on building wide programming6 months and beyond, this person will:Write a full curriculum for an exhibitionHost a professional development event for dance educatorsExpand the Division's educational programsResponsibilitiesPoint of contact to the K-12 community for the Dance DivisionSchedules all onsite and offsite dance educational visitsLiaises with the theatre and music education coordinators on cross-divisional educational initiativesCollaborates with teachers on visits to the Library and often leads class visitsWrites curriculum to complement exhibitionsHosts educator and professional development eventsPerforms other assigned duties as necessaryRequired Education & CertificationsBachelor's degree in a related fieldRequired Experience2+ years of dance teaching and/or professional performance experienceRequired SkillsFamiliarity with Google suiteAbility to tailor curriculum to different age groupsManagerial/Supervisory ResponsibilitiesMay have occasional supervision of volunteersCore ValuesAll team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:BeHelpfulto patrons and colleaguesBeResourcefulin solving problemsBeCuriousin all aspects of your workBeWelcomingandInclusiveOffice settingResearch library settingPhysical DutiesMay occasionally have to lead a movement activityLifting up to 49lbs may be requiredPre-Placement Physical Required? When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, and educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills.