Overview
The Sarasota Ballet School has an exciting opportunity for an experienced, initiative-taking and highly organized individual to join our Education team as School Principal. The role will oversee our after-school programs for ages 3 to adult. The Principal will serve as an ambassador for The Sarasota Ballet School, providing the highest level of dance education to students as well as ensuring positive communication and interaction with all families and constituents. Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
About The Sarasota Ballet School:
The Sarasota Ballet School provides a comprehensive dance education program while inspiring a lifelong love of dance. With a belief that dance training should be fun and creative, The Sarasota Ballet School fosters a nurturing and supportive environment for children and adults. The only school in Sarasota to offer the internationally recognized American Ballet Theatre® National Training Curriculum, the faculty are officially certified to teach level Pre-Primary through Level 3. The Sarasota Ballet School is also the only ballet school on the Gulf Coast of Florida attached to a professional Company and students enjoy unique benefits such as performance opportunities in Company productions, master classes by Company artists as well as free tickets to Company performances.
Duties:
Following the ABT National Training Curriculum, teach classes for students ages 3 to adult.
Create an enthusiastic, supportive, and encouraging classroom environment.
In collaboration with Head of Curriculum, manage and oversee all aspects of ABT NTC exams.
In collaboration with the Education Director, develop, coordinate, and supervise all aspects of student performances and presentations (including facility, music, wardrobe, etc.).
Stage, rehearse and/or choreograph assigned repertoire for student performances and presentations; assign faculty as necessary.
Manage all schedules and arrange substitute teachers as needed.
Manage and develop full and part-time faculty, ensuring adherence to curriculum.
Work with Education Director in hiring, firing, and developing faculty.
Plan and attend school auditions; review and assess video auditions as needed. Select, place and recruit students.
Develop curriculum events for families to assist their understanding of school programming.
Develop school programming strategically to advance enrollment.
Collaborate with team members to promote and enhance enrollment and retention for all school programs.
Arrange and manage any student/parent meetings, develop an evaluation system.
Oversee student attendance and ensure policies are adhered to.
Work closely with the Education Administrator on all communications with parents and students maintaining positive relations with all constituents.
Represent the organization at events as needed.
Oversee the management of Golemme Studios including working with Facilities Coordinator on any facility needs.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years’ experience teaching classical ballet of all ages, levels, and abilities, ideally in a similar role.
Proven experience and passion for teaching ages 3-8.
Sensitivity and caring attitude towards children with a strong understanding of how children learn and helping develop their love for dance.
ABT NTC certification to at least Level 5.
Administrative experience including strong knowledge of Microsoft and Google systems.
Enthusiastic and positive approach to work; strong work ethic.
Strong written and verbal skills.
Conflict resolution skills.
Strong organizational skills with a keen eye for detail.
Ability to facilitate and adapt to change easily.
Ability to work independently and part of a team.
Ability to maintain professionalism in all situations.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must be able to legally work in the United States.
Must be fully vaccinated against COVID019 or obtain an approved exemption.
Desired Qualifications:
Previous career as a professional dancer considered a strong plus.
A degree in dance, teaching and/or arts administration.
Knowledge of Jackrabbit Dance, Tessitura and/or Mindbody a plus.
The Sarasota Ballet values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran’s status or any other protected category. The Sarasota Ballet is an equal opportunity employer. Applications from populations underrepresented in the arts are strongly encouraged to apply.
