Alberta Ballet is seeking an experienced ballet teacher starting in September 2026, with a possibility of some summer hours in July and August 2026 if desired. The position will be part-time hourly and will provide our community classes programming between September to June, and potentially summer programming during July and August.

Term Contract Dates: September 2026 to June 2027, with the potential for renewal thereafter

Schedule:

For September to June, classes occur Monday-Friday evenings and Saturdays (daytime hours). We are particularly looking for a teacher with availability on Saturdays and approximately 2-3 other evenings, as per enrollment requirements.

Summer camps occur during July and August (daytime hours). Some evening hours may also be available throughout the summer if desired.

Purpose: The Ballet Teacher will provide ballet classes to students of multiple ages and abilities utilizing Alberta Ballet’s system of training. Teachers provide students with quality instruction in a caring and engaging environment that promotes creativity and expression, joy of movement and music, and develops a lifelong appreciation for dance and the arts.

Key Deliverables/Responsibilities

1. Instructional Duties

2. Administrative Duties

Detailed Tasks Associated with Key Deliverables

Instructional Duties

• Plan and teach ballet or dance classes to students of multiple ages and abilities in the Alberta Ballet Classes program following the vision and goals of Alberta Ballet Community.

• Follow the Alberta Ballet curriculum and system of training.

• Prepare choreography for student performances.

• Maintain appropriate staff/student relationships.

• Attend performances and photo days as required.

• Produce written assessments on student progress.

• Record and report on student attendance.

• Ensure a caring, inclusive, and inspiring environment.

• Prepare students for R.A.D. or Cecchetti ballet examinations, if the teacher holds appropriate certifications to do so.

Non-Instructional Duties

• Assist the school and students with photo days.

• Attend/supervise rehearsals and performances which include the students.

• Attend Year-End Performance (YEP) rehearsals/performances.

• Attend staff meetings and training as required.

Qualifications & Key Competencies

• Experience teaching a wide range of levels from six (6) years of age to adult.

• Previous experience as a former dancer and/ or instructor with formal dance teacher training and/or certification.

• Proactive and flexible approach to work, willing to be involved in all areas of the organization’s dance initiatives.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to build good supportive relationships with students, colleagues, and the wider dance community.

• Flexible attitude towards duties and working patterns in order to fulfill the requirements of the role.

• Empathy with and a commitment to the aims and ethos of the organization.

• Willing to participate in teacher development programs when scheduled.

• Ability to prepare choreographed dances.

• General computer skills and knowledge of Office365 applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint).

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• This job is performed at the school in a variety of settings

  • Teaching – standing for extended periods of time, repetitive movements, demonstrating dance
  • Frequent walking, standing, bending, and reaching
  • Speaking for extended periods of time, voice and speech indicating tempo, rhythm, and quality

• Due to some computer usage, there may be repetitive motions of the hands and wrists.

• As a performing arts organization, there will be projects and pursuits that may require time beyond the typical work schedule including evening and weekends for performances and recitals.

• Employees are expected to comply with all safety regulations.

• Successful completion of a criminal record and vulnerable sectors check.

Key Relationships

• Head of Departments

• Pianists and students and families

Direct Reports / Supervisory Duties

• Responsible for the supervision of students.

Alberta Ballet's vision is to ignite creativity, inspire excellence and foster a lifelong love for dance through innovative performances, rigorous training and inclusive education, enriching the cultural fabric of our community and beyond.

Alberta Ballet School provides a unique curriculum and unwavering dedication, we cultivate, train, and empower the next generation of professional dancers, ensuring our students are prepared to excel in post-secondary studies or pursue a thriving dance career, be it in Alberta or beyond.

Alberta Ballet is committed to an inclusive workplace culture. This includes valuing diversity in our workforce, providing a safe work environment and fostering a culture of belonging. We believe a workplace with equal opportunity employment fosters creativity and strengthens connections to the communities we serve.