Job Description

Employment Type:

Part Time Position (Must be available 10 hours a week, Evenings from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Saturday all day)

Location:

Granville Island

About Arts Umbrella

Arts Umbrella is where young artists ages 2-22 cultivate their creativity in Art, Design, Dance, Theatre, Music, and Film. As a non-profit organization for arts education, we believe that art is powerful. Powerful enough to change a child's life in incredible ways. When young people connect with the arts, they gain self-confidence, develop self-discipline, and discover creative expression--qualities they carry with them for life. Arts Umbrella has two locations in Vancouver and Surrey, as well as donor-funded programs at schools, community centres, neighbourhood houses, and healthcare facilities across Metro Vancouver. We serve nearly 20,000 young people every year, with 77% participating in donor-funded programs.



In April 2021, Arts Umbrella moved into a new home on Granville Island. This transformational opportunity allows us to further our vision for a better world where all young lives are inspired to pursue a lifelong journey towards self-expression, compassion, and humanity. It is our mission to be a leader in arts education for young people; to build community and deliver profound life experiences through our commitment to innovation, excellence, and inclusivity. Arts Umbrella is an organization full of heart, where self-expression and creativity are valued and nurtured.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Artistic Director of Dance, the Ballet Instructor is leading ballet classes (and other disciplines depending on candidate's specializations) for our dance programming. Age groups (ranging from 6-12 years old) will be determined in discussion with candidate.

In this role you will

Develop and deliver engaging, age-appropriate dance lesson plans and curriculum Choreograph routines and prepare students for performances and recitals Teach proper dance vocabulary and technique with an emphasis on functional, safe movement practices Instruct dance classes for children aged 6 to 12 years old Provide constructive verbal and written feedback to support student growth and confidence Foster a positive studio environment by promoting respect, safety, and cleanliness Stay current with dance innovations, emerging styles, and modern teaching methodologies Participate in scheduled faculty meetings and collaborative discussions Report any unsafe conditions, practices or injuries as soon as possible and take appropriate actions

Here is what you bring

Formal dance training and/or professional experience in ballet Teacher certification from an accredited institution is considered an asset Minimum of 2 years' experience teaching dance students Cecchetti teaching qualifications (Grades 1 through 5) are an asset Proven ability to inspire creativity and foster a love of dance in children and youth Demonstrates high standards of teaching practice Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills Collaborative team player with a positive, professional approach Self-motivated with a commitment to ongoing professional development

Diversity & Inclusion

Arts Umbrella is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion. Our commitment is reflected in our programming, the audience we engage with, the students we serve as well as the staff we employ. Diversity and inclusion in our organization means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected. We actively seek applications from Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others with knowledge in diversity and inclusion to help us strengthen our commitment.