About the Organization

Casita Maria is a youth, family and community serving organization in the Hunts Point/Longwood section of the South Bronx. We were established in East Harlem in 1934 by Claire and Elizabeth Sullivan and Sister Mary Imelda who observed waves of Spanish-speaking people pouring in from Puerto Rico and in desperate need of services. While settlement houses were in place to address the needs of the poor, this population was made up of predominantly European immigrants.  Seeing the disparity and isolation that Latinos were confronting, Claire, Elizabeth, and Sister Mary provided essential nutrition, housing, childcare, and educational support.  What they could not know at the time is that they were championing social justice for what would become one of America’s most historically marginalized groups.

Casita Maria’s mission is to enrich and elevate youth, families, and communities through arts, culture, and education.

About TAAP

TAAP is an arts-based workforce development program for young people in high school 15 and older. It includes comprehensive workplace orientation and job training, leadership and service opportunities, and robust cultural enrichment activities led by world renowned NYC cultural institutions such as the Whitney Museum, The Metropolitan Opera, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and Public Works of the Public Theater. 

This dual program offers a part-time paid position and unpaid mandatory enrichment activities at no cost to the participant. We will engage young people from high school through college and invite Apprentices (high or college) to apply for summer employment either as Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) workers or part-time, seasonal staff. Following college graduation, we encourage Apprentices to apply for full time employment at Casita Maria. 

TAAP requires young people who are prepared to learn, take on responsibilities, serve their community, and potentially become part of New York City’s vibrant cultural ecosystem, with training and support from Casita Maria’s creative youth development professionals.

About the Position

Reporting to the Artistic Director, the Associate Coordinator, Teen Arts Apprentice Program (TAAP) will be responsible for coordinating logistics for TAAP and overseeing its daily operation. This is a direct service position coordinating TAAP and supervising the bilingual teenage employees of Casita Maria. This position requires a fully bilingual English and Spanish creative youth development professional with exceptional interpersonal, organizational and planning skills fueled by a passion for Arts, Culture and Community. 

The Associate Coordinator will assist with TAAP culminating partner events including but not limited to Public Works of the Public Theater, The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Whitney Museum. The Associate Coordinator will also assist with all Department events including but not limited to the South Bronx Culture Festival, Gallery programs, Bronx Banda featuring Arturo O’Farrill concerts, and Casita Maria Young Artists culminating events. 

Working with the Arts team, the Associate Coordinator will train and supervise the teens during after school programs, summer day camp, and events. The Associate Coordinator will be in regular contact with and supported by a team of professionals including the Executive Director, Artistic Director, Director of Education and Programs, Teaching and Therapeutic Artist Coordinator, Arts Program Coordinator, People and Culture Manager and Community Outreach and Family Engagement Coordinator.

Overall Responsibilities 

Organize and host a semi-annual recruitment event to encourage new teen staff to apply.

Organize the Family Roll Out Meetings for potential candidates and their parents/caregivers; which includes ordering food, set-up and breakdown of meeting space and confirmation of guest list.

Oversee bilingual tutoring sessions and assist as needed. 

Schedule interviews and assist in the selection process; notify the People and Culture  Department of any new hires.

Co-facilitate onboarding training for TAAP with the Education Team.

Create, manage and post weekly TAAP work schedules.

In collaboration with the Education team, build the TAAP curriculum.

Research, book and/or lead enrichment activities and maintain a bilingual calendar of these activities. Chaperone all off site activities including but limited to walking tours and visits to cultural institutions.

Maintain inventory of healthy snacks and replenish by placing orders.

Manage daily check-in meetings and TAAP placements / assignments.

Attend bi-weekly check-in meetings with the Artistic Director and bi-weekly team meetings.

Attend professional development trainings as assigned. 

Oversee photo and video documentation of the program, collect testimonials and surveys as needed to assist with grant applications.

Draft assessments for each teen and co-lead reviews with the Artistic Director.

Update and translate flyers and information documents.

Ensure pre and post Social Emotional Learning surveys are completed by the teen employees.

Assist the Arts and Education teams with culminating events and public programs as assigned.

Complete other duties as assigned by the Artistic or Education Directors.

Education and Experience Required

Bachelor’s degree in a related field OR 3 to 5 years with a strong track record of working with youth/teens in a community arts setting.

Must be proficient in both English and Spanish, with the ability to read, write, speak and teach in both languages.

Experience managing multiple projects, both short and long term simultaneously.

Experience and comfortable working in an office environment and outdoors for events.

Previous experience working at a community based organization strongly preferred.

Required Skills & Competencies

Eager to work in a fast-paced arts and education-focused, event-based environment with an energetic, positive and passionate team. 

Must be outgoing and love working with teenagers with a strong interest in being a role model for teens entering the workforce and exploring the NYC Arts ecosystem for the first time.

Excellent project management skills and ability to meet deadlines while maintaining high quality work and attention to detail. 

Ability to prioritize tasks on a daily basis. Manage day to day tasks with ease while working on long term tasks leading up to events/program launch. 

Must be able to provide timely communications both in person and via email. 

Strong computer skills required with knowledge of Google Suite, Docusign, Zoom, as well as the ability to source materials and/or vendors. 

Ability to work collaboratively, quickly and under pressure—with a sense of humor, integrity, and professionalism. 

Proactive, self starter, highly motivated, detail-oriented, adaptable, ability to work independently and in team settings plus manage multiple projects simultaneously. 

Must be flexible and adaptable in the workplace, on field trips and during events. Must be able to make decisions and problem solve in the moment while maintaining composure plus provide follow up as needed. 

Work Hours, Physical Requirements, and Working Conditions

The Associate Coordinator will work during the after-school programming hours of 2PM to 6PM in an office, school, and community center environment, and will work additional assigned hours, including nights and weekends, based on event/program schedules at certain times during the year.

Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds. 

Will be required to move and set up furniture/supplies/equipment in a room or outdoor event space. 

May require the use of a ladder. 

Will require standing for long periods of time. 

Will require walking, lifting, stooping, and bending. 

Will require working outdoor events during the hot summer months. 

Works in an office environment, plus outdoor and indoor event spaces both on and off site. 

Frequently speaks, reads, writes and uses a computer keyboard. 

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range is $25-30 an hour. Casita Maria offers its part-time employees participation in the following benefits: Health and Dependent Care Savings Account; Commuter Benefits; Safe and Sick leave; FMLA; and 8 paid holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Casita Maria is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applications will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction or current employment status. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We believe social change happens when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with a common purpose. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

How To Apply

Email a cover letter and a resume to hr@casitamaria.org with Associate Coordinator, Teen Arts Program / Your Name in the subject line.

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position.  There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

About the Organization

Casita Maria is a youth, family and community serving organization in the Hunts Point/Longwood section of the South Bronx. We were established in East Harlem in 1934 by Claire and Elizabeth Sullivan and Sister Mary Imelda who observed waves of Spanish-speaking people pouring in from Puerto Rico and in desperate need of services. While settlement houses were in place to address the needs of the poor, this population was made up of predominantly European immigrants. Seeing the disparity and isolation that Latinos were confronting, Claire, Elizabeth, and Sister Mary provided essential nutrition, housing, childcare, and educational support. What they could not know at the time is that they were championing social justice for what would become one of America’s most historically marginalized groups.

Casita Maria’s mission is to enrich and elevate youth, families, and communities through arts, culture, and education.

About TAAP

TAAP is an arts-based workforce development program for young people in high school 15 and older. It includes comprehensive workplace orientation and job training, leadership and service opportunities, and robust cultural enrichment activities led by world renowned NYC cultural institutions such as the Whitney Museum, The Metropolitan Opera, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and Public Works of the Public Theater. 

This dual program offers a part-time paid position and unpaid mandatory enrichment activities at no cost to the participant. We will engage young people from high school through college and invite Apprentices (high or college) to apply for summer employment either as Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) workers or part-time, seasonal staff. Following college graduation, we encourage Apprentices to apply for full time employment at Casita Maria. 

TAAP requires young people who are prepared to learn, take on responsibilities, serve their community, and potentially become part of New York City’s vibrant cultural ecosystem, with training and support from Casita Maria’s creative youth development professionals.

About the Position

Reporting to the Artistic Director, the Associate Coordinator, Teen Arts Apprentice Program (TAAP) will be responsible for coordinating logistics for TAAP and overseeing its daily operation. This is a direct service position coordinating TAAP and supervising the bilingual teenage employees of Casita Maria. This position requires a fully bilingual English and Spanish creative youth development professional with exceptional interpersonal, organizational and planning skills fueled by a passion for Arts, Culture and Community. 

The Associate Coordinator will assist with TAAP culminating partner events including but not limited to Public Works of the Public Theater, The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Whitney Museum. The Associate Coordinator will also assist with all Department events including but not limited to the South Bronx Culture Festival, Gallery programs, Bronx Banda featuring Arturo O’Farrill concerts, and Casita Maria Young Artists culminating events. 

Working with the Arts team, the Associate Coordinator will train and supervise the teens during after school programs, summer day camp, and events. The Associate Coordinator will be in regular contact with and supported by a team of professionals including the Executive Director, Artistic Director, Director of Education and Programs, Teaching and Therapeutic Artist Coordinator, Arts Program Coordinator, People and Culture Manager and Community Outreach and Family Engagement Coordinator.

Overall Responsibilities 

• Organize and host a semi-annual recruitment event to encourage new teen staff to apply.
• Organize the Family Roll Out Meetings for potential candidates and their parents/caregivers; which includes ordering food, set-up and breakdown of meeting space and confirmation of guest list.
• Oversee bilingual tutoring sessions and assist as needed. 
• Schedule interviews and assist in the selection process; notify the People and Culture  Department of any new hires.
• Co-facilitate onboarding training for TAAP with the Education Team.
• Create, manage and post weekly TAAP work schedules.
• In collaboration with the Education team, build the TAAP curriculum.
• Research, book and/or lead enrichment activities and maintain a bilingual calendar of these activities. Chaperone all off site activities including but limited to walking tours and visits to cultural institutions.
• Maintain inventory of healthy snacks and replenish by placing orders.
• Manage daily check-in meetings and TAAP placements / assignments.
• Attend bi-weekly check-in meetings with the Artistic Director and bi-weekly team meetings.
• Attend professional development trainings as assigned. 
• Oversee photo and video documentation of the program, collect testimonials and surveys as needed to assist with grant applications.
• Draft assessments for each teen and co-lead reviews with the Artistic Director.
• Update and translate flyers and information documents.
• Ensure pre and post Social Emotional Learning surveys are completed by the teen employees.
• Assist the Arts and Education teams with culminating events and public programs as assigned.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Artistic or Education Directors.

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field OR 3 to 5 years with a strong track record of working with youth / teens in a community arts setting.
• Must be proficient in both English and Spanish, with the ability to read, write, speak and teach in both languages.
• Experience managing multiple projects, both short and long term simultaneously.
• Experience and comfortable working in an office environment and outdoors for events.
• Previous experience working at a community based organization strongly preferred.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Eager to work in a fast-paced arts and education-focused, event-based environment with an energetic, positive and passionate team. 
• Must be outgoing and love working with teenagers with a strong interest in being a role model for teens entering the workforce and exploring the NYC Arts ecosystem for the first time.
• Excellent project management skills and ability to meet deadlines while maintaining high quality work and attention to detail. 
• Ability to prioritize tasks on a daily basis. Manage day to day tasks with ease while working on long term tasks leading up to events / program launch. 
• Must be able to provide timely communications both in person and via email. 
• Strong computer skills required with knowledge of Google Suite, Docusign, Zoom, as well as the ability to source materials and / or vendors. 
• Ability to work collaboratively, quickly and under pressure—with a sense of humor, integrity, and professionalism. 
• Proactive, self starter, highly motivated, detail-oriented, adaptable, ability to work independently and in team settings plus manage multiple projects simultaneously. 
• Must be flexible and adaptable in the workplace, on field trips and during events. Must be able to make decisions and problem solve in the moment while maintaining composure plus provide follow up as needed. 

Work Hours, Physical Requirements, and Working Conditions

The Associate Coordinator will work during the after-school programming hours of 2PM to 6PM in an office, school, and community center environment, and will work additional assigned hours, including nights and weekends, based on event / program schedules at certain times during the year.

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds. 
• Will be required to move and set up furniture / supplies / equipment in a room or outdoor event space. 
• May require the use of a ladder. 
• Will require standing for long periods of time. 
• Will require walking, lifting, stooping, and bending. 
• Will require working outdoor events during the hot summer months. 
• Works in an office environment, plus outdoor and indoor event spaces both on and off site. 
• Frequently speaks, reads, writes and uses a computer keyboard. 

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range is $25-30 an hour. Casita Maria offers its part-time employees participation in the following benefits: Health and Dependent Care Savings Account; Commuter Benefits; Safe and Sick leave; FMLA; and 8 paid holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Casita Maria is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applications will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction or current employment status. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We believe social change happens when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with a common purpose. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

How To Apply

Email a cover letter and a resume to hr@casitamaria.org with Associate Coordinator, Teen Arts Apprentice Program / Your Name in the subject line.

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

About the Organization

Casita Maria is a youth, family and community serving organization in the Hunts Point/Longwood section of the South Bronx. We were established in East Harlem in 1934 by Claire and Elizabeth Sullivan and Sister Mary Imelda who observed waves of Spanish-speaking people pouring in from Puerto Rico and in desperate need of services. While settlement houses were in place to address the needs of the poor, this population was made up of predominantly European immigrants. Seeing the disparity and isolation that Latinos were confronting, Claire, Elizabeth, and Sister Mary provided essential nutrition, housing, childcare, and educational support. What they could not know at the time is that they were championing social justice for what would become one of America’s most historically marginalized groups.

Casita Maria’s mission is to enrich and elevate youth, families, and communities through arts, culture, and education.

About the Position

Reporting to the Artistic Director, the Hip Hop Teaching Artist will be responsible for following a Creative Youth Development framework informed by Expressive Arts and Social Emotional Learning to prepare Young Artists for high quality culminating events. This is a direct service position requiring strong teaching and group facilitation skills fueled by a passion for arts, culture and community. The Teaching Artist will be supported by a team of professionals including the Artistic Director, Teaching and Therapeutic Artist Coordinator, Group Facilitators, Education Coordinators plus the Executive Director and Director of Education and Programs.

The Teaching Artist will promote the values such as commitment, collaboration, communication, critical thinking, creative innovation, confidence and celebration while preparing participants for culminating events, such as the: Winter Spectacular and the South Bronx Culture Festival.

Overall Responsibilities

• Teach young artists about and celebrate the history, cultures and communities of the South Bronx through the Arts while honoring Casita Maria’s 90 years of service to the community and our roots. 
• Develop culturally relevant and tiered Syllabi, reflecting on Casita Maria’s identity and organized in 4-12 week modules. (The syllabi will build on artistic and life skills throughout the year to prepare young artists for high quality culminating events, auditions, higher education, and if inspired, a career in the arts).
• Create and implement CYD Lesson Plans combining structured activities that teach technique through tiered skill building based on age and opportunities where young artists can play and explore through an expressive arts model. 
• Submit lesson plans no less than one week in advance.
• Collaborate with the Artistic Director, Teaching and Therapeutic Artist Coordinator when creating lesson plans and syllabi.
• Maintain a structured classroom environment focused on active participation that is conducive to learning while being flexible to respond to the needs of the young artists each session. 
• Maintain clear safety protocols as per the design of the program. 
• Set up and break down the assigned Studio each session, take attendance and pick up and drop off youth at assigned location. 
• Attend professional development trainings and required meetings as necessary plus participate in all rehearsals and culminating events as assigned. 
• Handle all administrative aspects of the program as outlined by the Arts Department.

Discipline

Dance - Hip Hop (6th-8th grades)

The Teaching Artist will teach the Hip Hop Dance Arts Club for 6th-8th grade participants at the beginner/intermediate level. All young artists will learn the history, cultural relevance, and fundamentals of Hip Hop dance. The Teaching Artist will attend rehearsals and events: Winter Spectacular and South Bronx Culture Festival.

Qualifications/Experience Required 

• Bachelor’s degree in Dance or a related field with a strong track record of 3-5 years of teaching young artists K-12 in an urban after-school environment. 
• Experience creating culturally relevant syllabi and lesson plans. 
• Expertise in presenting culturally relevant and engaging visual and performing arts events in a community-based setting.

Requried Skills and Competencies

• Must be outgoing and love working with Middle School youth, with a strong interest in being a role model. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with a sense of humor, integrity, and professionalism. 
• Strong teaching and group facilitation skills. 
• Demonstrated experience working with young artists in 6-8th grades. 
• Expertise in developing a hip hop dance curriculum for young artists. 
• Experienced at guiding young artists to full-scale culminating events. 
• Strong communication and classroom management skills are must-haves. 
• Loves working with children and has a firm understanding of youth development. 
• Passionate about the arts. 
• Eager to work in a fast-paced arts and education environment with an energetic, positive and passionate team. 
• Exceptional interpersonal skills. 
• Must be organized, flexible and adaptable while teaching and during events. Must be able to make decisions and problem solve in the moment while maintaining composure plus provide follow up as needed. 
• Integrity and professional discretion. 
• Spanish language/writing skills are a plus but not mandatory.

Work Hours, Physical Requirements, and Working Conditions

• The TA will work during the after-school programming hours of 3PM to 6PM in an office, school, and community center environment. Summer Day Camp hours are more flexible. The number of days will range between 1-3 days a week at certain times during the year. An annual calendar will be provided. 
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds. 
• Will be required to move and set up furniture/supplies/equipment in a room. 
• Will require walking, lifting, stooping, and bending. 
• Works in an office environment. 
• Frequently speaks, reads, writes and uses a computer keyboard. 

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range is $45 per hour with a secondary meeting rate of $30. Casita Maria offers its part-time employees participation in the following benefits; Health and Dependent Care Savings Account; Commuter Benefits; safe and sick leave; and 8 paid holidays if eligible.

How To Apply

Email a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references to hr@casitamaria.org.  Please put Hip Hop Teaching Artist / Your Name in the subject line.