Vice President of Arts Education
Job Description
Job Description
Director of the Newburgh Performing Arts Academy
The Newburgh Performing Arts Academy is seeking an experienced and passionate Director to lead our vibrant, pre-professional school of the arts. Our Academy provides high-quality instruction in dance, music, theater, and visual arts to youth ages 3-19, and adults, while also offering community arts programs in partnership with schools and other organizations.
Position Overview:
The Director will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Academy, ensuring that all programs run smoothly, efficiently, and in alignment with our mission to inspire and nurture creativity in youth. This role includes overseeing staff, coordinating curriculum development, managing budgets, and fostering relationships with students, parents, faculty, and community partners.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the administration of all programs, including dance, music, theater, and visual arts for youth ages 3-19
- Develop and maintain community arts programs in collaboration with local schools and community organizations
- Supervise and support a team of teaching artists, administrative staff, and volunteers
- Manage budgets, program funding, and financial reporting
- Ensure the Academy maintains the highest standards of instruction, safety, quality, and inclusivity
- Build and maintain strong relationships with students, parents, and community stakeholders
- Lead outreach efforts to grow the Academy’s presence and impact within the community
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in arts education, preferably with leadership or management experience in an arts organization
- Strong background in at least one of the following: dance, music, theater, or visual arts
- Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse communities and maintain positive partnerships
- Passion for working with youth and fostering their artistic development
To Apply:
Please send your resume, cover letter, and references to hiring@bgcnny.org.
The Newburgh Performing Arts Academy is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Company DescriptionSeven decades of success. Since 1946, we have been an organization dedicated to the youth in and around Newburgh. In that time, some 25,000 children have walked into our doors, walking out stronger, smarter, and better world citizens.
Great futures start here. We understand what kids need to be successful: quality programming; positive connections with peers and community; and relationships with caring adults. We provide programs in a variety of disciplines for children from birth to late teens, focusing on ACADEMICS, ARTS, and ATHLETICS. We offer a quality curriculum designed to maximize the potential of our students. We support a child's vital developmental years from age five to 19, through programs in the arts, education, health and life skills, and sports and fitness.
Company Description
Seven decades of success. Since 1946, we have been an organization dedicated to the youth in and around Newburgh. In that time, some 25,000 children have walked into our doors, walking out stronger, smarter, and better world citizens.\r\n\r\nGreat futures start here. We understand what kids need to be successful: quality programming; positive connections with peers and community; and relationships with caring adults. We provide programs in a variety of disciplines for children from birth to late teens, focusing on ACADEMICS, ARTS, and ATHLETICS. We offer a quality curriculum designed to maximize the potential of our students. We support a child's vital developmental years from age five to 19, through programs in the arts, education, health and life skills, and sports and fitness.