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Modern Dance Instructors
Saint Joseph Ballet is currently seeking applications from modern/contemporary dance teachers interested in regular teaching opportunities or substitutions for our core dance program, and Rehearsal Director or Rehearsal Assistant positions for our annual concert. If you have previously submitted a CV to Saint Joseph Ballet, you are welcome to re-apply under the guidelines below.
Interested persons should submit the following along with cover letter:
· a current Curriculum Vita e with comprehensive teaching history and reference list
· a one-two page Statement of Teaching Philosophy covering approach to teaching, and modern/contemporary dance values
· If available, please provide video of teaching as email attachment, internet link or DVD (address below)
Final candidates will teach a 1.5 hour paid substitution with live accompaniment.
Offering 50 classes each week to 375 students ages 8-19, Saint Joseph Ballet provides creative alternatives to low-income youth in the Orange County area, through quality dance training, academic programs, college scholarships, and family services. Most classes are held in the evening Monday through Friday between 4:00 and 8:30 PM, with some Saturday classes.
Saint Joseph Ballet operates year-round from September – August, with a brief closure in May to facilitate the production of our Annual Concert at the Irvine Barclay Theatre. Students at Saint Joseph Ballet have worked with such renowned choreographers as Mark Haim, Nami Yamamoto, Sally Silvers, Scott Wells, and Sean Curran, in addition to hosting residencies from the Limon Dance Company, Streb Ringside, and Eliot Feld.
Please email documents in PDF format to [email protected]
Please put this reference in your Cover Letter and Subject Line: ModDanceInstr
Mail DVD to:
Sarah Swenson
Dance Education Director
Saint Joseph Ballet
1810 North Main Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
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