Darlington Arts Center (DAC) was founded in 1978 on the unique vision of including all four arts disciplines-music, visual arts, dance, and drama- in one space with an emphasis on multi-disciplinary programming. DAC has served the Delaware and Chester counties and Delaware State communities for over 40 years by fostering programs that provide possibilities and opportunities through the exploration of multi-disciplinary arts. DAC is committed to building, preserving and growing with the community we serve and the community of teaching artists. Our mission and core value is providing Every Art for Everyone!
Darlington Arts Center is seeking a Part-time controller to provide financial management, internal controls, and fiscal oversight. This position will average 10-15 hours per week and is a hybrid position.
Primary duties include:
- Managing internal financial systems via Quickbooks, Active Network, and Paychex.
- Accurately track donations, contributed, and earned revenue
- Prepare financial reports, statements, and narratives for the board, executive director, and auditors.
- Lead the annual auditing process
- Process payroll
- Maintain the cash flow of the organization
- Ensure all bills, invoices, and expenses are paid in a timely manner and accurately reported.
- Prepare financial reports for grants
- Be able to address any financial related questions
- Facilitate processing HR paperwork for staff and contractors (teaching artists, vendors, etc.)
- Works closely with the executive director in maintaining the financial health of the organization.
- Works closely with the assistant director in capturing contributed support and fundraising efforts accurately.
- Responsible for preparing and presenting financial reports to the board of directors both in the full board meetings and subsequent committees, such as the finance and development committees.
Required Skills and Experience
- Has a bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or accounting.
- As 2-5 years of financial management of a business, highly preferred non-profit business
- Has experience and familiarity with GAAP and non-profit accrual budget and accounting practices and principles
- A CPA license is preferred but not required.
- Experience in payroll for 1099, W2, and W4 employees
- Experience with processing payroll
- Has experience and knowledge with Quickbooks and Paychex
- Has an interest in working in arts and culture
We evaluate performance using the following metrics:
- Consistent, Prompt Attendance
- Weekly Check-ins with the Executive Director
- Financial matters are handled in a timely manner
- All audits, reports, and transactions are completed in a timely manner, in compliance with law and industry standards, and with strict accuracy.
Compensation
This position is a part-time W2 employee. Darlington hours of operations are from 9am to 9pm Monday-Friday and 9am to 4pm on Saturday, during the Academic Year and 9-9pm Monday-Wednesday and 9am to 5pm Thursday and Friday during the summer season. Viable candidates will be required to work in office at least 3 days within the above hours of operations. Starting hourly rate is $35.00, however is negotiable based on experience and expertise.
By the way, if you don’t check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway!
- Studies have shown that marginalized communities – such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.
- DAC is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging – so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings!
Please apply by sending an email, with the subject heading “Controller Position” along with your resume, letter of interest/cover letter and three references to Executive Director, Roberta Johnson, at roberta@darlingtonarts.org. Please no phone calls. We are looking to fill this position ASAP and start immediately.
Darlington Arts Center (DAC) was founded in 1978 on the unique vision of including all four arts disciplines-music, visual arts, dance, and drama- in one space with an emphasis on multi-disciplinary programming. DAC has served the Delaware and Chester counties and Delaware State communities for over 40 years by fostering programs that provide possibilities and opportunities through the exploration of multi-disciplinary arts. DAC is committed to building, preserving and growing with the community we serve and the community of teaching artists. Our mission and core value is providing Every Art for Everyone!
DAC is seeking skilled artists who have at least one year of teaching experience in Guitar, for private instruction and group classes at the Center located at 977 Shavertown Road, Garnet Valley, PA 19060 from September 2023 to August 2024.
Our Academic School Year is from September 2023-June 2024 and our summer program is from June 2024- August 2024.
Teaching Artists will:
- Provide excellent instruction. Including:
- Showing integrity in teaching methods and pedagogy
- Helping parents understand the artistic process as well as the finished work that goes home
- Inspiring student excitement and commitment to study
- Treating students and parents with respect and kindness
- Promote Darlington’s mission and programs to students and parents
- Keep an accurate teacher log book, which will serve as an invoice for services
- Communicate with the office in a clear, consistent and timely manner. Including:
- Promptly notifying the Program Manager of any schedule changes
- Responding to phone and email messages within 48 hours
- Recommend exceptional students and those in need for scholarships
- Submit PA child abuse clearance, criminal records check and FBI clearance (must be within 5 years of 12/31/2023)
- Distribute communications to families as provided by the administrative office
We evaluate performance using the following metrics:
- Consistent, Prompt Attendance
- Student and Parent satisfaction (collected verbally and through bi-annual surveys)
- Student Retention (across all DAC activities)
- Student demonstration of improved ability and knowledge (as evidenced in their completed work)
- Observation (classes may be observed by the Executive Director or her designee)
- Staff Feedback (regarding regular communication and accurate teacher log)
Additional Skills and Experience (Preferred)
- Suzuki Certified
- Has 1-2 years of teaching experience of ages 4-6
- Has or interested in teaching group classes for all ages that span various genres
- Has experience in teaching jazz and/or contemporary musical style
- Has experience or interest in teaching music technology or modern techniques as it relates to guitar
Compensation
This position is a 1099 contracted employee. Darlington hours of operations are from 9am-9pm Monday-Friday and 9am-4pm Saturday during the Academic Year and 9am-9pm Monday-Wednesday and 9am-5pm Thursday-Friday during the summer season. Viable candidates will set their preferred hours within the above hours of operations. Starting hourly rate is $35.00, however is negotiable based on experience and expertise.
By the way, if you don’t check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway!
- Studies have shown that marginalized communities – such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color – are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.
- DAC is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging – so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings!
Please apply by sending an email, with the subject heading “Guitar Teaching Artists Position” along with your resume and cover letter to Emily Moylan, Assistant Director at engage@darlingtonarts.org.
Darlington Arts Center (DAC) was founded in 1978 on the unique vision of including all four arts disciplines-music, visual arts, dance, and drama- in one space with an emphasis on multi-disciplinary programming. DAC has served the Delaware and Chester counties and Delaware State communities for over 40 years by fostering programs that provide possibilities and opportunities through the exploration of multi-disciplinary arts. DAC is committed to building, preserving and growing with the community we serve and the community of teaching artists. Our mission and core value is providing Every Art for Everyone!
DAC seeks skilled artists who have at least one year of teaching experience in Piano, for private instruction and group classes at the Center located at 977 Shavertown Road, Garnet Valley, PA 19060 from September 2023 to August 2024.
Our academic school year is from September 2023-June 2024 and our summer program is from June 2024- August 2024.
Teaching Artists will:
- Provide excellent instruction. Including:
- Showing integrity in teaching methods and pedagogy
- Helping parents understand the artistic process as well as the finished work that goes home
- Inspiring student excitement and commitment to study
- Treating students and parents with respect and kindness
- Promote Darlington’s mission and programs to students and parents
- Keep an accurate teacher log book, which will serve as an invoice for services
- Communicate with the office in a clear, consistent and timely manner. Including:
- Promptly notifying the Program Manager of any schedule changes
- Responding to phone and email messages within 48 hours
- Recommend exceptional students and those in need for scholarships
- Submit PA child abuse clearance, criminal records check and FBI clearance (must be within 5 years of 12/31/2023)
- Distribute communications to families as provided by the administrative office
We evaluate performance using the following metrics:
- Consistent, Prompt Attendance
- Student and Parent satisfaction (collected verbally and on bi-annual surveys)
- Student Retention (across all DAC activities)
- Student demonstration of improved ability and knowledge (as evidenced in their completed work)
- Observation (classes may be observed by the Executive Director or her designee)
- Staff Feedback (regarding regular communication and accurate teacher log)
Additional Skills and Experience (Preferred)
- Suzuki Certified
- Has 1-2 years of teaching experience of ages 4-6
- Has experience or interested in teaching group classes for all ages that span various genres
- Has experience in teaching jazz and/or contemporary musical style
- Has experience or interest in teaching music technology or modern techniques as it relates to piano
Compensation
This position is a 1099 contracted employee. Darlington hours of operations are from 9am-9pm Monday-Friday and 9am-4pm on Saturday during the Academic Year and 9am-9pm Monday-Wednesday and 9am-5pm Thursday-Friday during the summer season. Viable candidates will set their preferred hours within the above hours of operations. Starting hourly rate is $35.00, however is negotiable based on experience and expertise.
By the way, if you don’t check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway!
- Studies have shown that marginalized communities – such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color – are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.
- DAC is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging – so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings!
Please apply by sending an email, with the subject heading “Piano Teaching Artists Position” along with your resume and cover letter to Emily Moylan, Assistant Director at engage@darlingtonarts.org.
Strings Specialist/Teaching Artist
Darlington Arts Center (DAC) was founded in 1978 on the unique vision of including all four arts disciplines-music, visual arts, dance, and drama- in one space with an emphasis on multi-disciplinary programming. DAC has served the Delaware and Chester counties and Delaware State communities for over 40 years by fostering programs that provide possibilities and opportunities through the exploration of multi-disciplinary arts. DAC is committed to building, preserving and growing with the community we serve and the community of teaching artists. Our mission and core value is providing Every Art for Everyone!
Darlington Arts Center (DAC) seeks skilled artists who have at least one year of teaching experience in multiple string instruments (violin, viola, cello, bass, etc.) for private instruction and group classes at the Center located at 977 Shavertown Road, Garnet Valley, PA 19060 from September 2023 to August 2024.
Our academic school year is from September 2023-June 2024 and our summer program is from June 2024- August 2024.
Teaching Artists will:
- Provide excellent instruction. Including:
- Showing integrity in teaching methods and pedagogy
- Helping parents understand the artistic process as well as the finished work that goes home
- Inspiring student excitement and commitment to study
- Treating students and parents with respect and kindness
- Promote Darlington’s mission and programs to students and parents
- Keep an accurate teacher log book, which will serve as an invoice for services
- Communicate with the office in a clear, consistent and timely manner. Including:
- Promptly notifying the Program Manager of any schedule changes
- Responding to phone and email messages within 48 hours
- Recommend exceptional students and those in need for scholarships
- Submit PA child abuse clearance, criminal records check and FBI clearance (must be within 5 years of 12/31/2023)
- Distribute communications to families as provided by the administrative office
We evaluate performance using the following metrics:
- Consistent, Prompt Attendance
- Student and Parent satisfaction (collected verbally and on bi-annual surveys)
- Student Retention (across all DAC activities)
- Student demonstration of improved ability and knowledge (as evidenced in their completed work)
- Observation (classes may be observed by the Executive Director or her designee)
- Staff Feedback (regarding regular communication and accurate teacher log)
Additional Skills and Experience (Preferred)
- Suzuki Certified
- Has 1-2 years of teaching experience of ages 4-6
- Has or interested in teaching group classes for all ages that span various genres
- Has experience in teaching jazz and/or contemporary musical style
- Has experience or interest in teaching music technology or modern techniques as it relates to strings
Compensation
This position is a 1099 contracted employee. Darlington hours of operations are from 9am-9pm Monday-Friday and 9am-4pm Saturday during the Academic Year and 9am-9pm Monday-Wednesday and 9am-5pm Thursday-Friday during the summer season. Viable candidates will set their preferred hours within the above hours of operations. Starting hourly rate is $35.00, however is negotiable based on experience and expertise.
By the way, if you don’t check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway!
- Studies have shown that marginalized communities – such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color – are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification.
- DAC is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging – so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings!
Please apply by sending an email, with the subject heading “Strings Teaching Artists Position” along with your resume and cover letter to Emily Moylan, Assistant Director at engage@darlingtonarts.org.
Darlington Arts Center (DAC) was founded in 1978 on the unique vision of including all four arts disciplines-music, visual arts, dance, and drama- in one space with an emphasis on multi-disciplinary programming. DAC has served the Delaware and Chester counties and Delaware State communities for over 40 years by fostering programs that provide possibilities and opportunities through the exploration of multi-disciplinary arts. DAC is committed to building, preserving and growing with the community we serve and the community of teaching artists. Our mission and core value is providing Every Art for Everyone! Darlington Arts Center (DAC) seeks skilled artists who have at least one year of teaching experience in Hip Hop Dance for private instruction and group classes at the Center, located at 977 Shavertown Road, Garnet Valley, PA 19060 from September 2023 to August 2024.
Our Academic School Year is from September 2023-June 2024 and our summer program is from June 2024- August 2024.
Teaching Artists will:
- Provide excellent instruction. Including:
- Showing integrity in teaching methods and pedagogy
- Helping parents understand the artistic process as well as the finished work that goes home
- Inspiring student excitement and commitment to study
- Treating students and parents with respect and kindness
- Promote Darlington’s mission and programs to students and parents
- Keep an accurate teacher log book, which will serve as an invoice for services
- Communicate with the office in a clear, consistent and timely manner. Including:
- Promptly notifying the Program Manager of any schedule changes
- Responding to phone and email messages within 48 hours
- Recommend exceptional students and those in need for scholarships
- Submit PA child abuse clearance, criminal records check and FBI clearance (must be within 5 years of 12/31/2023)
- Distribute communications to families as provided by the administrative office
We evaluate performance using the following metrics:
- Consistent, Prompt Attendance
- Student and Parent satisfaction (collected verbally and on bi-annual surveys)
- Student Retention (across all DAC activities)
- Student demonstration of improved ability and knowledge (as evidenced in their completed work)
- Observation (classes may be observed by the Executive Director or her designee)
- Staff Feedback (regarding regular communication and accurate teacher log)
Additional Skills and Experience (Preferred)
- Has experience or interest in teaching dance aerobics classes
- Has a certificate in teaching Yoga
Compensation
This position is a 1099 contracted employee. Darlington hours of operations are from 9am-9pm Monday-Friday and 9am-4pm on Saturday during the Academic Year and 9am-9pm Monday-Wednesday and 9am-5pm Thursday-Friday during the summer season. Viable candidates will set their preferred hours within the above hours of operations. Starting hourly rate is $35.00, however is negotiable based on experience and expertise.
Please apply by sending an email, with the subject heading “Hip-Hop Dance Teaching Artists Position” along with your resume and letter of interest to Assistant Director, Emily Moylan, at engage@darlingtonarts.org.
Music, Art, Dance and Drama Teaching Positions:
Darlington Arts Center accepts resumes from potential teaching artists and keeps them on file for future openings. As an independent contractor, the teacher would conduct all private lessons, classes and workshops on site at the Darlington Arts Center. Teaching hours are typically after-school, evening &/or Saturdays, but could be daytime as well. Instructors at Darlington are required to have appropriate clearances in line with child protection legislation.
To apply: Please send a resume and cover letter by email to Roberta Johnson, Executive Director at roberta@darlingtonarts.org.