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About the Role
Canada's National Ballet School (NBS) is seeking a contract, part-time Ballet Teacher specializing in Women's Technique & Pointe for their Young Dancers Program. This role involves delivering high-quality ballet instruction, fostering student development, preparing students for performances, and collaborating with faculty in an inclusive and creative environment.
Responsibilities
- Teach assigned Ballet and Pointe classes using the NBS curriculum, fostering technical, artistic, and personal growth.
- Adapt instruction to meet individual learning needs and provide constructive feedback.
- Collaborate with program leadership and colleagues to help students reach their full potential.
- Rehearse, stage, and prepare choreography for performances and other presentation opportunities.
- Support students during events as required.
- Assist with Intensive Ballet Program auditions by serving on audition panels and/or teaching audition classes.
- Track attendance, complete written assessments and progress reports, and contribute to accurate student documentation.
- Attend meetings, professional development opportunities, and training sessions.
- Contribute to shared best practices and continuous program improvement.
- Remain current with dance education best practices.
- Uphold all NBS policies, procedures, and safeguarding standards.
Requirements
- Teaching qualifications and/or a degree in Dance is considered an asset.
- Five or more years of teaching experience in ballet or related dance programs.
- Strong knowledge of classical ballet technique, with expertise in Women's Technique and Pointe.
- Excellent classroom management skills and the ability to adapt instruction for diverse learning styles.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
- Collaborative mindset with flexibility, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous learning.
- A caring, student-centred approach that nurtures confidence, artistic growth, and a lifelong appreciation of dance.
- Sound judgement, professionalism, and discretion when working with youth and confidential information.
- Ability to prioritize responsibilities, meet deadlines, and communicate concerns in a timely manner.
- Candidates will be asked to provide a 10–20-minute teaching video demonstrating their teaching style and interactions with students.
- Successful candidates must supply Canada's National Ballet School with a Vulnerable Sector Check.
Skills
- Ballet instruction
- Women's Technique
- Pointe technique
- Curriculum delivery
- Student development
- Performance preparation
- Audition assessment
- Record keeping
- Collaboration
- Professional development
- Classroom management
- Interpersonal communication
- Student-centered approach
Location
- Toronto
Work Type
- Contract
- Part-time
Experience Level
- Five or more years of teaching experience
Education Level
- Degree in Dance (asset)
Salary/Compensations
- $50-$70 per hour
Benefits
- Commitment to work-life balance
- Professional development opportunities
- Discounted rates for NBS Adult Ballet Classes
- Employee discount at The Shoe Room
- Subsidized lunch, beverages, and snacks at onsite café
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Opportunities to participate in employee engagement initiatives
About the Company
- Canada's National Ballet School (NBS) is a leading arts and education institution dedicated to excellence in dance training, community programming, and health initiatives.
- NBS has 300+ employees supporting programs ranging from professional ballet training and community engagement to groundbreaking health initiatives.
- NBS fosters a collaborative, creative environment rooted in inclusion and continuous growth.
Equal Opportunity
- NBS is committed to addressing systemic inequities in every facet of our organization, including programs, policies, and practices.
- NBS' top priority is to build a remarkable and talented workforce that reflects the diversity of the City of Toronto.
- We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially welcoming those with diverse intersectional identities who bring unique perspectives and contribute to the diversification of ideas.
- If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us.