ABOUT CINCINNATI BALLET:

Cincinnati Ballet is recognized as a premier ballet company, acclaimed for inspiring excellence through the power of dance, attracting world-class artists, and building a supportive and diverse audience. In its 58th season, the organization has recently completed a historic and watershed $31M capital campaign for the new Margaret and Michael Valentine Center for Dance and have announced the appointment of Artistic Director Jodie Gates starting in 2022-2023 season. With an operating budget of $11.5M and an endowment of $14M, Cincinnati Ballet is in a strong financial position to move into the future.

Cincinnati Ballet has embarked on a reflective yet forward-thinking initiative to build and grow our footprint as an organization that believes Dance is for everyone by everyone. We are passionate about creating art that is innovative, reflective, and accessible. We will continue to create a professional and educational environment that is a safe place for expression for anyone who intersects with our organization. Through our inclusive environment, we empower everyone to share their unique stories, points of view, and ideas as we continually learn, improve, and develop.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Cincinnati Ballet is looking to hire a Resident Faculty member. This position is responsible for delivery of high-quality dance instruction and support for the Otto M. Budig Academy’s Preparatory, Young Dancer, Community and Advanced Divisions. With a keen focus on fostering a lifelong love of dance and career aptitude for students, the Resident Faculty should be well versed in all levels of ballet technique for advancing students ages 8 and up. The ideal candidate is a master ballet teacher, serves as a strong ambassador for the organization, and possesses a professional, caring, and positive approach to teaching, mentoring, and student engagement. The Resident Faculty will help plan and execute programs that support the advancement of the Otto M. Budig Academy as one of the nation’s most prestigious dance education institutions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide high-quality, age-appropriate instruction in ballet that meets the needs of and appropriately challenges and prepares students based on the Academy’s syllabus. Teaching responsibilities include a primary focus on early and advancing ballet training and will include ballet technique, pointe, repertoire, conditioning, and other select coursework. Teaching is inclusive of both school year and summer programming and may also include the Academy’s Adult Division and Professional Training Division.
• Mentor students in the artistic, physical, and mental demands for a career in dance. Provide career guidance for aspiring students.
• Create an inspiring and compassionate environment for all participants, providing guidance and encouragement to all students equitably.
• Maintain a deep commitment to Cincinnati Ballet’s principles of Identity, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IIDEA) through programming and relationships that prioritize inclusion and belonging, welcome and celebrate cultural differences and all socioeconomic backgrounds, and provide a safe space for expression for all participants.
• Choreograph, stage, and rehearse works for students to perform throughout the year in both mainstage, studio and community settings, ensuring a high-quality production.
• Support recruitment efforts and practices that advance the caliber of all programs as well as the organization’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Represent the Academy during our national audition tour and at various festivals and events.
• Maintain proper discipline and engagement in the studio with creativity, patience, and grace. Enforce disciplinary action as necessary as determined by Cincinnati Ballet behavioral guidelines.
• Formally evaluate each student up to two times annually. Meet with students and parents to provide feedback and assistance when appropriate.
• Record and report on student attendance and monitor student progress.
• Provide administrative support for the Academy Education department including but not limited to scheduling, communication, and record keeping.
• Adhere to all Cincinnati Ballet program policies, employee guidelines and Academy Instructor expectations at all times.
• Exhibit appropriate behavior and language to ensure all spaces and classes are welcoming and inclusive to all students and their family members.
• Maintain collaborative and clear communication with supervisor on all department matters. Provide regular and timely feedback on status of programs, student progress and disciplinary issues.
• Maintain a proactive and flexible approach to work including a willingness to participate in marketing and recruitment initiatives as well as Academy events and performances.
• Support classes requiring substitute coverage as reasonably able.
• Check emails regularly and respond to all communications in a timely manner.
• Attend all faculty meetings, trainings and continuing education activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned which may occur outside of the regular class schedule.

KEY PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• In-depth knowledge of classical ballet and pedagogical techniques. College degree in dance preferred or equivalent professional dance training/experience in ballet and other dance styles.
• Minimum of four years of advancing teaching experience in ballet.
• Strong experience in choreography and/or staging and rehearsal of dance works.
• Nurturing demeanor with the ability to exercise authority and discipline when necessary.
• A passion for serving students and families and a commitment to the values and culture of Cincinnati Ballet’s Academy Education programs.
• Exhibits capacity and drive to inspire all types of students as well as an ability to approach and effectively support individual learning styles.
• Proven ability to work sensitively and effectively with people from a variety of different ethnic, socio-economic, educational, religious, sexual orientation, gender diverse and generational backgrounds.
• Exceptional judgment and an unwavering commitment to ensuring the protection and safety of minors including appropriate staff-student relationships.
• Clear and compassionate communicator.
• Effective administrator with a collaborative spirit, strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Desire to learn and grow in teaching practice and leadership development.
• Proficient in modern technologies including but not limited to MS Office and Zoom.
• Candidate will be subject to criminal background, motor vehicle and credit checks.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Top candidates must be willing to teach an in-person class as part of the interviewing process.
• To be considered for this position, candidates must be willing to complete a criminal background, motor vehicle, and credit checks.
• Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 at the time of employment, as defined by the CDC.

EXPECTED WORK HOURS AND TRAVEL:

• Must be able to work a highly flexible schedule which may include weekday and/or weekend hours between 9 am and 8:30 pm. Most hours are scheduled in advance, but weekly flexibility is required. Hours change seasonally. On occasion, travel to audition sites, performance venues, and community centers may be required.

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.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT:

Cincinnati Ballet believes our organization and our art is an inclusive space. We provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identification, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. We invite you to join us!

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT (statement)

Dance is for everyone by everyone.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility move us.

Cincinnati Ballet is committed to transform our company to be more reflective of the diversity in our communities onstage, backstage, and in our offices, studios, classrooms, and boardroom.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are foundational to the mission and values of Cincinnati Ballet. We welcome and celebrate cultural differences, all socioeconomic backgrounds, and embrace our responsibility to provide and prioritize access, inclusion, and belonging.

We are passionate about creating art that is innovative, reflective, and accessible. We will continue to create a professional and educational environment that is a safe place for expression for anyone who intersects with our organization. Through our inclusive environment, we empower everyone to share their unique stories, points of view, and ideas as we continually learn, improve, and develop.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• advanced ballet teaching and pedagogical technique: 4 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person