LEAD BALLET TEACHER

Overview

Full-time Female Lead Ballet Teacher with expertise in Pointe, Jazz, Contemporary, and Tap. Background in PBT is an advantage.

Responsibilities:
-Teach ballet classes to students from 15 months to adults with the ability to prepare students for showcases (and RAD exams is an advantage)
-Develop and execute engaging lesson plans that foster technical proficiency, artistic expression, and a love for dance.
-Choreograph, co-organize and be part of the school shows/ Ballet showcase
-Implement a hands-on/hands-off, artistic approach to teaching ensuring that participants are fully engaged and working toward specific goals
-Stay up to date in teaching areas/disciplines including licenses, training or certificates as applicable

Other Responsibilities:
-Assist with Recreation activities and Group Fitness Programs on Special events (such as Seasonal Camps and Qatar National Sports Day).
-Accomplish weekly & monthly reports and attend mandatory meetings as designated by both Company Operations Manager and MP.

Essential Qualifications:
** Strong Pedagogical Skills: Expertise in teaching ballet techniques, fostering musicality, and promoting safe dance practices, alongside the ability to inspire and motivate students and colleagues.

**Secondary Qualifications (an advantage): Royal Academy of Dance- RAD Certification: Must hold a valid RAD teaching qualification, such as the Certificate in Ballet Teaching Studies (CBTS), or higher-level certifications (e.g., the RAD Diploma in Dance Teaching Studies). This ensures adherence to RAD syllabus standards and methodology when required.

**Comprehensive Knowledge of the RAD Syllabus: Proficiency in the RAD graded and vocational syllabus, ensuring structured and progressive instruction tailored to students’ levels.

Additional Experience for Stage Performance Showcases:
1. Proven Performance Preparation Skills: Demonstrated experience in choreographing and preparing students for stage performances, including technique refinement, stage presence, and rehearsal management.
2. Versatile Dance Teaching Experience: Capability in teaching various dance styles—such as jazz, contemporary, and tap—across all age groups, enhancing students’ versatility for showcases.
3. Creative Collaboration and Leadership: Experience collaborating with production teams, designing costumes, and managing logistics for successful performance execution.

Education
-Diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field
-B.A. (Hons) Ballet Education (or similar undergraduate degree)

Professional Certifications:
-Certified Ballet Teacher
-Registered Ballet Teacher

Experience:
-With Professional level experience within three (3) years of teaching experience
-Pre-Primary in Dance up to Intermediate/Advanced Foundation
-Judging experience is an advantage

Other Skills
-Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate with diverse groups of staff and students
-Demonstrated involvement as a practicing artist in the specific disciplines or specializations of the respective style of dance

Requirements:
-Holding a valid International Driving license or GCC driving license or being able to convert the current driving license to a Qatar driving license is an advantage.
-Ages 21 to 35
-Must be able to adequately communicate in English.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary Range and Offer: Enjoy a competitive total salary range between USD 4,000 to USD 5,000 (dependent on experience and certification), inclusive of luxurious accommodation at The Pearl, Doha Qatar—a stunning location that perfectly balances work and leisure.

How to Apply: If you are an enthusiastic and skilled dance teacher who is ready to make a difference in the lives of aspiring dancers, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume, a cover letter outlining your qualifications and teaching philosophy, and any relevant certifications and/or videos of yourself teaching or performing ballet to info@fitnessfactory.qa