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About the Role
Canada's National Ballet School (NBS) is seeking a contract, part-time Early Years Ballet Teacher (Ages 3–8) to deliver engaging dance instruction and foster creativity, confidence, and a love of movement in young children within a collaborative and creative environment.
Responsibilities
- Teach assigned Early Years ballet classes using the NBS curriculum, creating engaging, imaginative, and age-appropriate learning experiences.
- Foster each child's physical, social, and creative development by adapting instruction and encouraging confidence.
- Rehearse and prepare students for performances and presentation opportunities.
- Build positive relationships with parents, caregivers, colleagues, and program leadership.
- Track attendance, complete written assessments or progress reports, and contribute to student documentation.
- Attend meetings, professional development, and training sessions.
- Contribute to shared best practices and continuous program improvement.
- Remain current with early childhood dance education best practices.
- Uphold all NBS policies, procedures, and safeguarding standards.
Requirements
- Teaching qualifications and/or a degree in Dance, Early Childhood Education, or a related field is considered an asset.
- Experience teaching dance to young children (ages 3–8), with a strong understanding of early childhood development.
- Demonstrated ability to create engaging, creative, and developmentally appropriate dance classes.
- Excellent classroom management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Collaborative mindset with flexibility, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous learning.
- A caring, student-centred approach.
- Sound judgement, professionalism, and discretion.
- Ability to prioritize responsibilities, meet deadlines, and communicate concerns in a timely manner.
- Must supply a Vulnerable Sector Check.
Skills
- Early childhood dance education
- Classroom management
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Student-centred approach
Location
- Toronto
Work Type
- Contract
- Part-time
- Hourly
Experience Level
- Commensurate with experience
Education Level
- Degree in Dance
- Degree in Early Childhood Education
- Related field degree
- Teaching qualifications
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
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.
- It is NBS' top priority 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.