Employment

MENTORED BY: Data Development Manager

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Donor prospect research, research report preparation, research data management

SKILLS LEARNED: Hands on experience in researching donor prospects and building cultivation strategies with the development team.

Internship Responsibilities

• Under the mentorship of the Data Development Manager, learn how to research and identify prospective donors for our annual gifts, project support, and campaign gifts.
• Help identify donor interest with program support and strategize with the development team on the approach.
• Provide weekly written report research findings and update donor database profile.

Qualifications

• Be a “self-starter.”
• Strong communication skills.
• Display a positive attitude, show concern for people and community, demonstrate presence, self-confidence, common sense and good listening ability.

Term & Compensation

• Unpaid internship
• Part-time; approx.10 hours a week
• 6 months; February – July 17, 2021
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task
• Knowledge of ballet and the arts very helpful

Working Conditions & Expectations

• Flexible hours; Work from home
• Facilitate weekly research meetings
• Prepare weekly status reports
• At all times, uphold the ethical and confidentiality guidelines the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA).

Physical requirements

Nothing extreme; long periods of sitting at a desk.

Reports to: Business Operations Manager​

Staff reporting to this position: Volunteers

Major functions: To effectively represent Ballet West in carrying out the mission of the Academy, providing a ​ prestigious level of customer service while overseeing all administrative functions of the assigned campus.

General Responsibilities

Abide by Ballet West policies as explained in the Employee Handbook giving special attention to the Code of Conduct, be on time to work each day as scheduled, and embody the Ballet West values.

Required Performance

• Greet visitors to the campus, respond to clientele with warmth, efficiency, patience, and energy.
• Assist local staff and Campus Principal in the coordination of student performances if needed.
• Help to monitor account balances and financial transactions (e.g., tuition, fees, petty cash, boutique shop, etc.).
• Maintain student attendance, records, and enrollment data for the campus, providing accurate reporting.
• Oversee student and parent volunteers when necessary, by providing tasks to ensure productivity.
• Respond to inquiries from a variety of means by phone, email and/or in-person providing tours, open houses, and assisting in promotional events to encourage enrollment and student retention.
• Maintain and teach the correct use of the Ballet West Academy student management system. Run all reports applicable to students, personnel, and placement (e.g., awards, critical information, etc.).
• In coordination with the Campus Principal and Academy Senior Operations Manager, maintain weekly campus studio schedules with up-to-date staffing, and approved outside rentals.
• Administer first aid and medication to students who are under the direction of health professional to meet immediate health care needs.
• Maintain inventories of supplies and materials (e.g., general supplies, equipment, boutique, facility management, etc. ), while ensuring facility standards according to policy and local laws.
• Complete any other assignments given by supervisor/s.
• Willing to work at our different campus locations, including the Ballet Centre, Trolley Corners, Park City, and Lehi depending on coverage needed.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma
• 1 year experience in an administrative or customer service role
• Proficient in the Windows environment, especially Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge, Skills and Physical Requirements

• Ability to work well under deadlines, independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, expressing commitment to the mission.
• Maintain emotional control and stability in all activities of this position for the safety and well-being of students, clientele, and fellow team members.
• The physical demands listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position:

• Move freely in an office, studio, parking lot, and performance hall environment; run (move quickly) from an outside post to any part of the assigned area.
• Stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; reach with hands and arms; use hands effectively in order to handle and feel objects and tools that are pertinent to the position; and possess all five senses.
• Possess visual abilities including color perception, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus; see well at least 500 feet.
• Be able to lift a student weighing up to 40 pounds under the arms at least 12 inches off the ground.

Preferred Skills

Possess musical, dance, and/or education training; assist in classes and complement staff as necessary.

Attitudes and Aptitudes

• Is honest and embraces Ballet West Academy’s mission and values
• Has energy, confidence, and enthusiasm
• Is friendly and will work patiently with children and other people
• Works as a team member with supervisors and peers
• Possesses a strong work ethic and desire to support Ballet West curriculum and methods

Reports to: Primary: Frederick Quinney Lawson Academy Director Secondary: Campus Principals

Staff reporting to this position: None

Major functions: To instruct students in the Academy, assist Director and faculty in syllabus and curriculum development, performance preparation and participation, summer instruction, and administrative work associated with instructions.

General Responsibilities:

Abide by Ballet West policies as explained in the Employee Handbook giving special attention to the Code of Conduct, be on time to work each day as scheduled, and embody the Ballet West values.

Required Performance:

• Teach classes, both on a regular basis and as a substitute
• Respond to Staff requests regarding availability
• Oversee performances of students in collaboration with faculty and leadership
• Choreograph and/or stage repertoire for any and all assigned classes
• Teach warm up classes as needed
• Encourage the emotional well-being, as well as the technical and artistic development of students and their skills, assessing their achievements and weaknesses, and sharing this information with the Student Ballet Mistress and Director of Ballet West Academy
• Ensure the students understand the need for and demonstrate the highest standards of behavior including responding positively and effectively to any problem, query, or complaint
• Teach ballet technique according to Ballet West Principles of Technique in year-round and summer programs as needed
• Prepare classroom curriculum in accordance with syllabus directives
• Teach dance courses conditioning, and the like as needed
• Rehearse academy performance material as needed
• Attend and assist with back stage duties as needed including Spring Performance, Ballet West Gala or other performance as requested
• Conference with parents when necessary
• Maintain roll books and progression sheets
• Prepare evaluations for students’ files, meetings with parents, evaluations and incident reports for inclusion into student files
• Consult with students when needed in conjunction with evaluations
• Serve as a team member in developing performance programing, summer workshop/intensive programing, and policies and procedures as needed
• Attend faculty and staff meetings and in-services when required
• Attend parent/student orientations as requested
• Attend professional development workshops as requested
• Serve as a team member on projects as assigned by Director

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• 5 years of codified dance instruction (performance experience can be considered in calculating experience)
• Basic computer skills
• Proficient in administrative especially Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge, Skills and Physical Requirements

• Knowledge of various syllabi, teaching techniques
• Abilities- choreography, repetiteur
• Other characteristics – patience, intuition, creativity
• Flexible availability during rehearsal and production periods
• Ability to problem solve and deal with student emergencies including, but not limited to, injury and illness
• A passion for working with students of all ages
• Positive attitude and inspiring presence
• Sound interpersonal and team building skills
• Ability to work closely with the artistic, production, and management staff
  • Move freely in an office, studio, parking lot, and performance hall environment; run (move quickly) from an outside post to any part of the assigned area.
  • Stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; reach with hands and arms; use hands effectively in order to handle and feel objects and tools that are pertinent to the position; and possess all five senses.
  • Possess visual abilities including color perception, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus; see well at least 500 feet.
  • Be able to lift a student weighing up to 40 pounds under the arms at least 12 inches off the ground.

Preferred Skills
Additional language skills

Attitudes and Aptitudes

• Is honest and embraces Ballet West Academy’s mission and values
• Has energy, confidence, and enthusiasm
• Is friendly and will work patiently with children and other people
• Works as a team member with supervisors and peers
• Possesses a strong work ethic and desire to support Ballet West curriculum and methods

Reports to: Primary: Frederick Quinney Lawson Academy Director Secondary: Campus Principals

Staff reporting to this position: None

Major functions: To instruct students in the Academy, assist Director and faculty in syllabus and curriculum development, performance preparation and participation, summer instruction, and administrative work associated with instructions.

General Responsibilities:

Abide by Ballet West policies as explained in the Employee Handbook giving special attention to the Code of Conduct, be on time to work each day as scheduled, and embody the Ballet West values.

Required Performance:

• Teach classes, both on a regular basis and as a substitute
• Respond to Staff requests regarding availability
• Oversee performances of students in collaboration with faculty and leadership
• Choreograph and/or stage repertoire for any and all assigned classes
• Teach warm up classes as needed
• Encourage the emotional well-being, as well as the technical and artistic development of students and their skills, assessing their achievements and weaknesses, and sharing this information with the Student Ballet Mistress and Director of Ballet West Academy
• Ensure the students understand the need for and demonstrate the highest standards of behavior including responding positively and effectively to any problem, query, or complaint
• Teach ballet technique according to Ballet West Principles of Technique in year-round and summer programs as needed
• Prepare classroom curriculum in accordance with syllabus directives
• Teach dance courses conditioning, and the like as needed
• Rehearse academy performance material as needed
• Attend and assist with back stage duties as needed including Spring Performance, Ballet West Gala or other performance as requested
• Conference with parents when necessary
• Maintain roll books and progression sheets
• Prepare evaluations for students’ files, meetings with parents, evaluations and incident reports for inclusion into student files
• Consult with students when needed in conjunction with evaluations
• Serve as a team member in developing performance programing, summer workshop/intensive programing, and policies and procedures as needed
• Attend faculty and staff meetings and in-services when required
• Attend parent/student orientations as requested
• Attend professional development workshops as requested
• Serve as a team member on projects as assigned by Director

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• 5 years of codified dance instruction (performance experience can be considered in calculating experience)
• Basic computer skills
• Proficient in administrative especially Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge, Skills and Physical Requirements

• Knowledge of various syllabi, teaching techniques
• Abilities- choreography, repetiteur
• Other characteristics – patience, intuition, creativity
• Flexible availability during rehearsal and production periods
• Ability to problem solve and deal with student emergencies including, but not limited to, injury and illness
• A passion for working with students of all ages
• Positive attitude and inspiring presence
• Sound interpersonal and team building skills
• Ability to work closely with the artistic, production, and management staff
  • Move freely in an office, studio, parking lot, and performance hall environment; run (move quickly) from an outside post to any part of the assigned area.
  • Stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; reach with hands and arms; use hands effectively in order to handle and feel objects and tools that are pertinent to the position; and possess all five senses.
  • Possess visual abilities including color perception, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus; see well at least 500 feet.
  • Be able to lift a student weighing up to 40 pounds under the arms at least 12 inches off the ground.

Preferred Skills
Additional language skills

Attitudes and Aptitudes

• Is honest and embraces Ballet West Academy’s mission and values
• Has energy, confidence, and enthusiasm
• Is friendly and will work patiently with children and other people
• Works as a team member with supervisors and peers
• Possesses a strong work ethic and desire to support Ballet West curriculum and methods

Reports to: Education and Outreach Director

Major Functions: This unique program Forward Steps brings dance to incarcerated women for the purpose of improving physical and emotional health. Introducing different genres of dance to add joy and self-esteem through the Forward Steps movement process.

General Responsibilities:

• Abide by Ballet West policies as explained in the Employee Manual giving attention to the Code of Conduct, be on time to work each day as scheduled, and embody the Ballet West values of Respect, Integrity, Diversity, Stewardship, and Excellence.

Required Performance:

• Be on time to work each day as scheduled. Record hours accurately, including breaks. Notify a supervisor by 7:00 AM in case of emergency absence. (Any absence from work, excluding protected leave and jury duty, will count against an instructor’s attendance record.)
• Adhere to and follow the Department of Corrections rules, conduct, and guidelines outlined in DOC manual.
• Study and understand Ballet West’s Forward Steps program and delivery methodology clearly and effectively. Establish Ballet West routines and organization procedures for effective dance space behavior management.
• Encourage the emotional well-being, as well as the artistic development of students and their skills.
• Attend all staff meetings, yearly training, and background check to obtain Department of Corrections credentials as scheduled by the Education and Outreach Director or Forward Steps Assistant Director.
• Respond appropriately to tasks and requests, following the Department of Corrections rules and guidelines.
• Ensure the dancers understand the need for and demonstrate the highest standards of behavior, including responding positively and effectively to any problem, query, or complaint.
• Understand and use the approved Ballet West systems as it pertains to recording attendance, scheduling, resources, time-off requests, and payroll. Check all communications channels daily.
• Complete any other assignments given by supervisor.

Qualifications:
 

Education and Experience

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Jazz, Contemporary, Modern or HipHop teaching experience required
• Salary is dependent on objective qualification pay scale determined by education, teacher and/or professional dancing experience
• Knowledge, Skills, and Physical Requirements
• Understand and embrace the Ballet West Forward Steps methodology and curriculum.
• Maintain emotional control and stability in all activities in this position for the safety and well-being of students, clientele, and employees.
• Abilities – Teaching warm up, across the floor, and choreography
• The physical demands listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position:
• Must possess the ability to demonstrate dance movement and combinations taught.
• Possess visual abilities including depth perception and see well at least 500 feet.

Preferred Skills

• Choreography, production, and/or musical training enough to stage and aid in the production elements of a performance.

Attitudes and Aptitudes

• A passion for working with incarcerated women of all ages
• Positive attitude
• Commanding and inspiring teaching presence
• Sound interpersonal and team building skills
• Ability to work closely with Department of Corrections staff and Ballet West Outreach Directors.

Reports to: Education and Outreach Director

Major functions: Come Dance for The Health of It! Ballet West instructive classes for aging adults are designed with the purpose of promoting health and wellness; mentally and emotionally. Ballet West shares the joy of Ballet, through low impact dance classes that help stimulate the brain, engage in movement activity appropriate with the student’s abilities/limitations, and provide a safe space to explore dance in a nurturing environment.

General Responsibilities:

• Abide by Ballet West policies as explained in the Employee Manual giving attention to the Code of Conduct, be on time to work each day as scheduled, and embody the Ballet West values of Respect, Integrity, Diversity, Stewardship, and Excellence.

Required Performance:

• Be on time to work each day as scheduled. Record hours accurately, including breaks. Notify a supervisor by 7:00 AM in case of emergency absence. (Any absence from work, excluding protected leave and jury duty, will count against an instructor’s attendance record.)
• Study and understand Ballet West’s Senior Steps program and delivery methodology clearly and effectively. Establish Ballet West routines and organization procedures for effective dance space behavior management.
• Encourage the emotional well-being, as well as the artistic development of students and their skills.
• Attend all staff meetings, training workshops, as scheduled by the Education and Outreach Director or Senior Steps Assistant Director.
• Respond appropriately to tasks and requests, following the Senior Centers rules and guidelines.
• Ensure the dancers understand the need for and demonstrate the highest standards of behavior, including responding positively and effectively to any problem, query, or complaint.
• Understand and use the approved Ballet West systems as it pertains to recording attendance, scheduling, resources, time-off requests, and payroll. Check all communications channels daily.
•  Complete any other assignments given by supervisor.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Ballet dance teaching experience required
• Salary is dependent on objective qualification pay scale determined by education, teacher and/or professional dancing experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Physical Requirements

• Understand and embrace the Ballet West Senior Steps methodology and curriculum.
• Maintain emotional control and stability in all activities in this position for the safety and well-being of students, clientele, and employees.
• Abilities – Teaching Ballet Barre, Center, and Choreography

The physical demands listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position:

• Must possess the ability to demonstrate Ballet movement and combinations taught, using Ballet terminology.
• Possess visual abilities including depth perception and see well at least 500 feet.

Preferred Skills

• Choreography, production, and/or musical training enough to stage and aid in the production elements of a performance.

Attitudes and Aptitudes

• A passion for working with Seniors
• Positive attitude
• Commanding and inspiring teaching presence
• Sound interpersonal and team building skills
• Ability to work closely with Senior Center staff and Ballet West Outreach Directors.

Reports to: Education and Outreach Director

Major functions: To effectively present the Ballet West I CAN DO curriculum to students, providing the highest caliber of dance education to the public-school student who is participating in dance for the first time, as well as to those who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the art form.

General Responsibilities:
Abide by Ballet West policies as explained in the Employee Manual giving attention to the Code of Conduct, be on time to work each day as scheduled, and embody the Ballet West values of Respect, Integrity, Diversity, Stewardship, and Excellence.

Required Performance:

• Be on time to work each day as scheduled. Record hours accurately, including breaks. Notify a supervisor by 7:00 AM in case of emergency absence. (Any absence from work, excluding protected leave and jury duty, will count against an instructor’s attendance record.)
• Study and understand Ballet West’s I CAN DO program and delivery methodology clearly and effectively. Establish Ballet West I CAN DO routines and organization procedures for effective dance space behavior management.
• Encourage the emotional well-being, as well as the artistic development of students and their skills.
• Attend all staff meetings, training workshops, rehearsals, performances and events as scheduled by the Education and Outreach Director or I CAN DO Assistant Director.
• Respond appropriately to tasks and requests, such as choreographing, providing pertinent school information.
• Prepare dancers to present public performances designed to share what they have learned throughout the school year with their school, families, friends, and the community.
• Ensure the dancers understand the need for and demonstrate the highest standards of behavior, including responding positively and effectively to any problem, query, or complaint.
• Understand and use the approved Ballet West systems as it pertains to recording attendance, scheduling, resources, time-off requests, and payroll. Check all communications channels daily.
• Complete any other assignments given by supervisor.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Education and/or dance background required
• Salary is dependent on objective qualification pay scale determined by education, teacher and/or professional dancing experience

Knowledge, Skills and Physical Requirements

• Understand and embrace the Ballet West I CAN DO methodology and curriculum.
• Maintain emotional control and stability in all activities in this position for the safety and well-being of students, clientele, and employees.
• Abilities – choreography.
• Flexible availability during rehearsal and production periods.

The physical demands listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position:

• Move freely in the dance space, demonstrating movement and combinations taught.
• Stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; reach with hands and arms; use hands effectively in order to handle and feel objects and tools that are pertinent to position.
• Possess visual abilities including depth perception and see well at least 500 feet.

Preferred Skills:
Choreography, production, and/or musical training enough to stage and aid in the production elements of a performance.

Attitudes and Aptitudes:

• A passion for working with dancers of all ages
• Positive attitude
• Commanding and inspiring teaching presence
• Sound interpersonal and team building skills
• Ability to work closely with I CAN DO and public-school staff

 

Department:  Production

 

Reports to:     Director of Costume Production, and the Costume Shop Manager

 

FLSA Status:    Non-Exempt

 

SUMMARY:

The Stitcher shall be tasked primarily with building, altering and repairing costumes for the Ballet West Costume Shop.  The ideal candidate will be able to take direction and work well as a team player, as well as communicate clearly and effectively with other team members.  Previous work experience as a Stitcher, and knowledge of proper garment construction & finishing techniques is required.

 

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow costume build instructions as directed.
• Perform alterations and repairs as directed.
• Operate a variety of sewing machine including industrial single needle, zig-zag, overlock, Merrow, and coverstitch machines.
• Ironing, and pressing of yardage of fabrics.
• Perform various costume crafts based on skill set.
• Communicate questions or concerns directly and clearly with other team members and offer possible solutions.

 

POSITION COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrated experience in machine & hand sewing techniques.
• Ability to work independently and with others as a team.
• Possess knowledge of proper garment construction, dressmaking skills, and/or tailoring skills, and finishing techniques.
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Positive attitude and exceptional work ethic.
• Possess excellent organizational skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Ability to plan, manage, delegate and follow through on multiple tasks.

Ability to read and understand costume construction.

Working knowledge of all contracts between Ballet West and IATSE.

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

At least two years of professional costume shop experience is required.  Experience with ballet costumes & fabrics such as: nylon/Lycra, stretch fabrics, chiffon, organza, and tulle.

 

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid passport or driver’s License.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sew, write, press fabric, talk and hear.  The employee is frequently required to sit.  The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and to use hands to finger, feel, handle and reach with hands and arms.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of a Stitcher.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.