Organization Description
The Black Mountain Center for the Arts offers high-quality, accessible arts education and programming to the Swannanoa Valley community. Our MoveAbility program engages and empowers individuals with disabilities through adaptive dance, movement improvisation, and self-expression in a supportive environment.
Opportunity Overview
We are seeking MoveAbility Classroom Assistants to help our lead instructor create a safe, engaging, and inclusive dance experience for participants with physical and/or intellectual disabilities. Volunteers may also assist with special off-site performances such as the Black Mountain Christmas Parade and our annual Spring Dance Recital.
Volunteer Responsibilities
Assist lead instructor with classroom management
Support behavior management strategies
Encourage and engage students during activities
Help collect simple data to track student progress
Assist at off-site performances and events
Requirements
Completion of short volunteer orientation and role briefing
Commitment to all scheduled classes and select special events
Personal transportation to site and event locations
Skills Required
Comfort and confidence working with people of varying abilities
Positive, empathetic, and patient demeanor
Ability to stand and move for over 1 hour
Attire
Comfortable clothing suitable for movement
Location
Black Mountain Center for the Arts
225 W State St, Black Mountain, NC 28711
Health and Safety
Masks optional; bring your own if desired
Hand sanitizer available on site
Schedule & Commitment
Mondays, 5:30–6:15 PM and 6:15–7:00 PM, September - May
Short check-ins before and after each class: 5:15–5:30 PM & 7:00–7:15 PM
Occasional special events and performances outside of regular class times
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