Ballet Teacher - Women's Technique and Pointe

Are you passionate about inspiring young dancers and looking to make a meaningful impactina collaborative and creative environment? Canada's National Ballet School (NBS) is excited to invite applications for the contract, part-time position of Comprehensive Dance Programs Ballet Teacher – Women's Technique & Pointe. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team that delivers exceptional dance education while fostering confidence, artistry, and a lifelong love of dance.

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.

Reporting to the Head of Comprehensive Dance Programs, the Comprehensive Dance Programs Ballet Teacher – Women's Technique & Pointedelivers high-quality ballet instruction within NBS'Young Dancers Program. You will create an inclusive and engaging learning environment where students of varying ages, abilities, and aspirations can develop their technical skills, artistry, and confidence. Working collaboratively withartisticfaculty and program leadership, you will contribute to curriculum delivery, student development, performances, and auditions while supporting NBS' commitment to excellence, belonging, and student wellbeing.

• You inspire a lifelong appreciation and love of dance in students of all levels and abilities
• You become part of a collaborative, supportive, and passionate artistic faculty
• You help students build confidence, technical excellence, and artistic expression
• Every day offers opportunities to teach, mentor, collaborate, and contribute to meaningful performance experiences

• Deliver Exceptional Dance Instruction:
  
  Teach assigned
  
  Balletand Pointe classes using the NBS curriculum while fostering technical, artistic, and personal growth in every student
• Support Student Development:
  
  Adaptinstructionto meet individual learning needs, provide constructive feedback, and collaborate with program leadership and colleagues to help students reach their full potential
• Prepare Students for Performances:
  
  Rehearse, stage, and prepare choreography for performances and other presentation opportunities while supporting students during events as required
• Participate in Auditions and Recruitment:
  
  Assist with Intensive Ballet Program auditions by serving on audition panels and/or teaching audition classes as assigned.
• Maintain Student Records:
  
  Track attendance, complete writtenassessmentsand progress reports, and contribute toaccuratestudent documentation
• Collaborate with Faculty:
  
  Attend meetings, professional development opportunities, and training sessions while contributing to shared best practices and continuous program improvement
• Maintain Professional Standards:
  
  Remain current with dance education best practices and uphold all NBS policies, procedures, and safeguarding standards

First and foremost, we value passionate educators who are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and inspiring learning environment. We encourage you to apply even if youdon'tmeet every qualification listed.

• 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, withexpertisein 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
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