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Inaugural Faculty & Staff · Great Neck, New York

Build the Next
Generation of Artists.

Join the inaugural team at Douglas Baldeo Conservatory of Performing Arts. We are preparing to welcome Junior Artists (ages 10–13) and Senior Artists (ages 14–18) beginning January 16, 2027.

Five proposed part-time openings · Weekly Friday payroll

Position announcements begin the week of October 26, 2026. Faculty applications are now open, with staff onboarding planned for December 2026. Positions are subject to final hiring approval and program launch.

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Our approach

Specialized Teaching. Shared Purpose.

Our founder, CEO, and Artistic Director teaches alongside specialist educators. Junior and Senior Artists rotate through classes in two rented training spaces within the same facility on Saturdays and Sundays. Instructors are scheduled for assigned teaching blocks rather than full-day shifts.

We seek educators and coordinators who combine professional skill with respect for students, reliable communication, and a commitment to a safe, welcoming learning environment.

Artistic Faculty

Part-Time Teaching Positions

Faculty Position 01

Part-Time Dance Educator

$50/hour

Teach assigned technique and movement classes, potentially including ballet, jazz, modern, hip-hop, street jazz, West African dance, and conditioning, according to verified expertise.

Ideal background

Dance instruction experience with young artists; strong technique, inclusive classroom management, and the ability to collaborate with artistic leadership.

Schedule: Assigned weekend teaching blocks; specific hours to be confirmed.

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Faculty Position 02

Part-Time Acting Educator

$50/hour

Lead acting technique, character development, scene study, dialect and speech, poetry interpretation, theatrical storytelling, and stage presence.

Ideal background

Experience teaching acting to young performers; skill in directing age-appropriate scene work and constructive feedback.

Schedule: Assigned weekend teaching blocks; specific hours to be confirmed.

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Faculty Position 03

Part-Time Musical Theatre Educator

$50/hour

Teach musical theatre repertoire, vocal technique, acting through song, musical staging, and ensemble performance.

Ideal background

Experience teaching musical theatre and voice to young performers; ability to support healthy vocal technique and storytelling.

Schedule: Assigned weekend teaching blocks; specific hours to be confirmed.

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Operations & Student Support

Part-Time Coordinator Positions

Support Position 04

Administrative Coordinator

$25/hour

Coordinate attendance, family communication, registration support, student records, and weekend administrative operations.

Ideal background

Strong organization, communication, confidentiality, and experience working with families or youth-serving organizations.

Weekend schedule and paid break arrangements to be confirmed during recruitment.

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Support Position 05

Student Supervision Coordinator

$25/hour

Support student check-in and authorized dismissal, class transitions, break coverage, incident reporting, and coordination of approved parent volunteers.

Ideal background

Experience supervising minors, sound judgment, reliable communication, and ability to follow child-safety and emergency protocols.

Weekend schedule and paid break arrangements to be confirmed during recruitment.

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Employment Details

What to Expect

Location & Schedule

Great Neck, New York. The weekend conservatory operates Saturdays, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, and Sundays, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM. Educator hours vary by teaching assignment; coordinator schedules will be confirmed during recruitment.

Pay & Onboarding

Educators: $50/hour. Coordinators: $25/hour. Weekly Friday pay is planned through ADP. Staff onboarding is planned for December 2026, including required employment paperwork, orientation, reference checks, and appropriate background screening for roles working with minors.

How to express interest: Faculty applications are now open. Complete the 2027 Faculty Employment Application to apply for a teaching position. Applicants should prepare a résumé, three professional references, and a link to a 15-minute virtual teaching demonstration. For administrative or student supervision coordinator positions, email info@dbcopa.com with the role you are interested in and a brief introduction; the faculty form does not cover coordinator positions. Please do not send Social Security numbers, identity documents, or other sensitive personal information by email.

DBCOPA is committed to fair consideration of qualified applicants. Final job descriptions, compensation terms, and hiring requirements will be provided during recruitment.