Dance Instructors All Levels

Position

OBT School seeks qualified instructors to teach ballet and movement classes for levels ranging from Pre-Ballet through Level 6. This includes Creative Movement, Primary, and Character classes.

Teaching assignments and curriculum will be determined in collaboration with the School Director and aligned with OBT’s set curriculum and pedagogical goals. The curriculum for Levels Primary through Level 3 is based on the CPYB syllabus. Levels 3P–6 follow curriculum inspired by The Royal Ballet School and Paris Opera Ballet School.

Teachers for Creative Movement and Pre-Ballet will have more flexibility in shaping class content.

Instructors for non-ballet movement classes will collaborate with the School Director to ensure appropriate level placement and instruction.

Some positions may involve choreographing for our Annual School Performance or leading in-studio demonstrations (Petit Dancer Performances for levels Pre-Ballet, CreativeMovement and Primary).

Responsibilities

• Teach weekly classes as scheduled.
• Prepare class updates for students’ families
• Plan classes according to the new curriculum.
• Study curriculum for levels Primary through 6, as applicable
• Attend meetings and curriculum training as needed
• Collaborate regularly with the School Director on student progress and class content
• Potential to choreograph 2–4 minute pieces for student performances
• Ability to lead Creative Movement, Pre-Ballet, and Primary level demonstration
• Ability to rehearse students for the Annual School Performance
• Uphold studio code of conduct and OBT values
• Foster a welcoming, respectful learning environment for all students
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years in professional ballet training
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in the following:
  • Professional ballet school setting
  • Positive reinforcement teaching style for young children
  • Choreography with children
• Ability to effectively utilize time in class and running rehearsals within time allowed
• Must be able to multi-task and move fluidly between the roles of this position.
• Requires a team-oriented person who understands the dynamic of working with a diverse team to achieve organizational goals.
• Requires a team-oriented person who understands the dynamic of working with a diverse team to achieve organizational goals.
• Candidates must be able to pass a thorough background check.

Computer Skills:

• Basic understanding of computer and email processes.

Apply

Email your cover letter and resume to jobs@obt.org. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will remain open until filled.

About Oregon Ballet Theatre

This is an exciting time to work at Oregon Ballet Theatre (OBT) – the nation’s 20th largest classical ballet company. OBT is the largest professional dance company in Oregon, employing over 300 people and attracting artists from around the globe with our reputation for excellence. The company is rooted in the traditions of classical ballet, with a repertoire that ranges from the great classics to premieres from some of the most exciting choreographic voices in the field today, including our own Artistic Director, Dani Rowe. Our mission is dedicated to the vitality of, and access to, world-class ballet performance and training in our region.

In addition to our 5-show main stage season, we introduce students to ballet and the importance of lifelong movement through our education and community engagement programs, and we train dancers from three years old to 80 years old through the professional and recreational classes at the Oregon Ballet Theatre School. Many of our students go on to successful professional careers at companies including the Joffrey, the Dutch National Ballet, and within our own organization.