School of Philadelphia Ballet New Jersey Faculty

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

The School of Philadelphia Ballet New Jersey is seeking a part-time faculty member to serve as an ambassador for SPB, ensuring positive communication and interaction with all students, parents, teachers, and all other stakeholders. The faculty member will fulfill their role as point of contact with SPBs students and parents by positively implementing curriculum and marketing the school and its programs by following the school curriculum with consistency and enthusiasm, demonstrating a concern for all students without favoritism, and providing the highest quality and level of professional training while nurturing the love and appreciation of this art form. A successful faculty member will contribute to building a culture of belonging through Philadelphia Ballets diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility efforts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and teach assigned classes consistent with designed curriculum, specifically in the Childrens and / or Student Program for students ages 3-18, and / or the Adult Program for students ages 16 . (Assignments will be determined by candidates abilities and SPB needs.)
• Consistent communication with School and Philadelphia Ballet staff.
• Stage, choreograph, or rehearse assigned repertoire for student presentations / performances as needed and assigned.
• Prepare mid-year and year-end leveling evaluations.
• Attend all faculty meetings as scheduled.
• Maintain positive relations with parents and students from all SPB programs, through email, phone, parent / teacher conferences, and other in-person / zoom communications.
• Be available for student / parent conferences when needed.
• Take appropriate steps to promote and enforce safe practices within each area of responsibility in accordance with Philadelphia Ballet policies and protocols.
• Able to teach at Philadelphia Ballet satellite locations as needed.
• Perform all other duties appropriate to part-time faculty as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

Supervisory Responsibility : None

Expected Hours of Work : The full academic year at SPB runs September through mid-June while the summer programming runs for 6-8 weeks during the summer season. Hours vary and are typically during weekday evenings and Saturdays. Additional administration hours may be available depending on needs and proficiency.

Work Authorization / Security Clearance : Must pass criminal and child abuse background checks.

Organizational Diversity : Philadelphia Ballet is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We are deeply committed to cultivating and sustaining an organization that is equitable, fair, and inclusive in artistic expression and organizational behavior, policy, and practice. We embrace multicultural diversity both on and off stage and strive to be an organization where all communities feel a sense of belonging. We hold each other and ourselves accountable to these intentions every day.

Other Duties : Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.