Ballet I Student Assistant

University Of Portland

Portland (OR)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 25,000

Part time

7 days ago
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Job summary

The University of Portland seeks a student assistant to support the Dance Professor with Ballet I instruction during class. The role involves demonstrating basic ballet at barre and in center, supervising student technique with the professor, and assisting students during open practice time.

Ideal candidates will have at least two years of ballet experience, have taken a ballet class at UP, and be approved by the Adjunct Dance Professor.

Qualifications

  • Must be available during Ballet I class periods.
  • Must be comfortable with personal interaction in teaching dance positions and technique.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrating basic ballet at barre.
  • Demonstrating basic steps in center.
  • Helping Dance Professor watch students to ensure correct technique and prevent injuries.
  • Help students with technique during open practice time.
  • Other relevant tasks as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills
Ballet basics
Classroom assistance

Education

Must have taken a Ballet class at UP
Approved by Adjunct Dance Professor

Job description

The student assistant will assist the Dance Professor with Ballet I instruction during class

Core Duties
  • Demonstrating basic ballet at barre
  • Demonstrating basic steps in center
  • Helping Dance Professor watch students to ensure correct technique and prevent injuries
  • Help students with technique during open practice time
  • Other relevant tasks as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
  • Must be available during the Ballet I class periods
  • Must be comfortable with personal interaction in the course of teaching dance positions and technique
Preferred Qualifications
  • Must have a minimum 2 years Ballet experience
  • Must have taken a Ballet class at UP
  • Must be approved by the Adjunct Dance Professor
Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to fulfill requirements listed
Posting Number

Posting Number SE1098-2023

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Estimated Start Date 08/24/2026

Open Date 08/10/2026

Close Date 08/31/2026

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Contact
University of Portland
5000 N. Willamette Blvd
Portland, Oregon
97203-5798
503.943.8484
recruitment@up.edu

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