Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from ASASE YAA CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION INC
Job overview
The Arts Education Coordinator manages Asase Yaa's Arts Outreach Program, delivering African-centered arts education to multiple schools and ensuring program quality and cultural relevance.
Responsibilities and impact
The Coordinator oversees program logistics, teaching artist recruitment and support, school partnerships, and program evaluation to maintain effective and engaging arts education delivery.
Compensation and benefits
The position is full-time exempt; no specific salary range or benefits details are provided.
Experience and skills
Requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 2-3 years in arts education or program coordination, knowledge of African art forms, experience with NYC DOE schools preferred, and strong organizational and communication skills.
Work environment and culture
The role emphasizes a commitment to equity, youth empowerment, and culturally relevant pedagogy within a culturally rich African-centered arts education environment.
Company information
ASASE YAA CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION INC focuses on African-centered cultural arts education and outreach in schools.
Unique job features
The job uniquely integrates African and African diasporic art forms into school arts education programs with a focus on cultural relevance and community engagement.
Company overview
ASASE YAA Cultural Arts Foundation Inc is a Brooklyn-based nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting African diasporic arts, culture, and education through music, dance, and performance. Founded in 2001, the foundation operates programs such as the Asase Yaa African American Dance Theater and youth enrichment initiatives, serving both local communities and broader audiences. Revenue is generated through ticketed performances, educational workshops, grants, and donations. The organization is recognized for its commitment to cultural preservation, youth empowerment, and community engagement. Candidates should note its strong reputation for artistic excellence and its emphasis on fostering cultural pride and social impact.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience in program coordination, arts education, and managing multiple stakeholders, emphasizing your ability to oversee daily operations and logistics across multiple sites.
Focus on showcasing your skills in recruiting, supervising, and supporting teaching artists, as well as your familiarity with culturally relevant African and African diasporic art forms and education.
Apply through multiple platforms, including the ASASE YAA CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION INC official website and LinkedIn, to maximize your application visibility and ensure you reach the right hiring managers.
Connect on LinkedIn with individuals working in the education or program management divisions at ASASE YAA; use ice breakers like commenting on recent cultural initiatives by the foundation or asking about their experience coordinating arts outreach programs.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'arts education,' 'program coordination,' 'teaching artist support,' 'culturally relevant pedagogy,' and 'data management tools' to pass initial screenings effectively.
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