Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States · On-site
$40/hr–$50/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: The Hiland Theater - Albuquerque, NM 87108Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $40.00 - $50.00 HourlyNDI-NM is seeking a passionate Musical Theatre Teaching Artist to co-teach our afterschool Mu…
Skills: Vocal Instruction, Musical Theater, Youth Education, Collaboration, Classroom Management
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States • On-site
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Co-teach afterschool musical theatre classes for students aged 8-17 and lead vocal instruction. Responsibilities include following the program curriculum, attending staff meetings, and inspiring students in a creative environment.
Candidates must have strong vocal training and musical theater experience with a passion for working with youth. The role requires high energy, stamina, and the ability to work evening and weekend hours.
Job DetailsJob Location: The Hiland Theater - Albuquerque, NM 87108Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $40.00 - $50.00 HourlyNDI-NM is seeking a passionate Musical Theatre Teaching Artist to co-teach our afterschool Musical Theatre Track for students ages 8–17 at our Hiland Theater. This role is ideal for a strong vocal instructor who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working alongside a partner with strengths in dance and acting.
National Dance Institute of New Mexico is founded with the knowledge that the arts have a unique power to engage and motivate children. The purpose of our distinctive programs is to help children develop discipline, a standard of excellence, and a belief in themselves that will carry over into all aspects of their lives.
Includes 1–2 weeks of summer camp opportunities (June/July)
Co-teach 3 musical theatre classes per week
Program runs August 24 – April 27 (31-week Fall/Spring season)
Engage and inspire students ages 8–17 in a supportive, creative environment
Attends all enrichment workshops and staff meetings as needed
Follows NDI New Mexico program curriculum set by program director
Provides program director with required materials and information as needed
Subbing classes when available
Other duties as needed and mutually agreed upon
Strong vocal training and Musical Theater experience
A collaborative spirit and passion for working with youth
Interest in helping shape and grow a dynamic musical theatre program
Working Conditions, Environment and Physical Requirements:
Requires weekend and evening hours
Requires extensive physical movement, dance, high energy, and stamina
In applicable programs (Outreach) performs functions in a variety of environments including: NDI New Mexico offices, schools, residency sites, and other locations
In applicable programs (Outreach) may require reimbursable in-state travel to NDI New Mexico locations, participating schools, residency sites, and community events
Believes in the mission of the organization
Desires to strive for excellence in job
Ability to work with people of all backgrounds and ages
Supports teamwork and collaboration
Behaves ethically and with personal integrity
Excellent communication and management skills
Excellent organizational skills
Self-motivated
Detail oriented
Professional appearance
Some flexibility in work schedule
Why Join NDI-NM? This is more than a teaching role—it’s an opportunity to collaborate, lead, and help expand a growing Musical Theatre Program within a vibrant, arts-centered community.
teaching children excellence through dance
We believe THE ARTS HAVE A UNIQUE POWER to engage and motivate children. We rely on the generosity of our donors to ensure our distinctive programs reach children who need them most regardless of income, language, cultural or physical challenges. We teach that hard work and an uncompromising standard of excellence result in a genuine sense of achievement and self-respect that will carry over into all aspects of their lives. NDI New Mexico is founded with the knowledge that the arts have a unique power to engage and motivate children. The purpose of our distinctive programs is to help children develop discipline, a standard of excellence, and a belief in themselves that will carry over into all aspects of their lives. Our work is guided by our belief in children, as well as our commitment to social responsibility, excellence, sustainability and financial integrity. NDI New Mexico strives to reach children who need our programs the most regardless of language, culture or physical challenges. We teach that teamwork, tenacity, discipline and joyful effort can equal success—that hard work and an uncompromising standard of excellence result in a genuine sense of achievement and self-respect that can change the life of a child, any child. NDI New Mexico’s kinesthetic teaching methodology was developed by former NYC Ballet dancer and MacArthur Fellowship recipient, Jacques d’Amboise, who founded NDI in New York City in 1976. In 1994, Catherine Oppenheimer, formerly of NYC Ballet and Twyla Tharp Dance Company, co-founded NDI New Mexico in Santa Fe.
Offices: THE DANCE BARNS | 1140 Alto Street | Santa Fe, NM 87501, THE HILAND THEATER | 4800 Central Ave. SE | Albuquerque NM 87108, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501, US · 4800 Central Avenue SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87108, US
teaching children excellence through dance
We believe THE ARTS HAVE A UNIQUE POWER to engage and motivate children. We rely on the generosity of our donors to ensure our distinctive programs reach children who need them most regardless of income, language, cultural or physical challenges. We teach that hard work and an uncompromising standard of excellence result in a genuine sense of achievement and self-respect that will carry over into all aspects of their lives. NDI New Mexico is founded with the knowledge that the arts have a unique power to engage and motivate children. The purpose of our distinctive programs is to help children develop discipline, a standard of excellence, and a belief in themselves that will carry over into all aspects of their lives. Our work is guided by our belief in children, as well as our commitment to social responsibility, excellence, sustainability and financial integrity. NDI New Mexico strives to reach children who need our programs the most regardless of language, culture or physical challenges. We teach that teamwork, tenacity, discipline and joyful effort can equal success—that hard work and an uncompromising standard of excellence result in a genuine sense of achievement and self-respect that can change the life of a child, any child. NDI New Mexico’s kinesthetic teaching methodology was developed by former NYC Ballet dancer and MacArthur Fellowship recipient, Jacques d’Amboise, who founded NDI in New York City in 1976. In 1994, Catherine Oppenheimer, formerly of NYC Ballet and Twyla Tharp Dance Company, co-founded NDI New Mexico in Santa Fe.
Offices: THE DANCE BARNS | 1140 Alto Street | Santa Fe, NM 87501, THE HILAND THEATER | 4800 Central Ave. SE | Albuquerque NM 87108, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501, US · 4800 Central Avenue SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87108, US
