Adjunct Ballet Faculty

Description

The Peabody Preparatory is pleased to announce an adjunct Ballet teaching position in the Dance Department at the Peabody Preparatory, a division of the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD commencing September 2026.

The successful candidate will have experience teaching Ballet technique and choreography to students of all levels (beginner to advanced) ages 7-18. This position may be assigned specialized classes based on the candidate's expertise in Ballet Partnering, Pre-Pointe/Pointe, Variations, and/or dance conditioning classes. Preference will be given to a candidate with professional performance experience and a record of exceptional teaching.

The successful candidate will teach the principles of Ballet technique from an anatomical perspective, nurture enthusiasm for ballet training in the dancers, and create an inclusive, welcoming, and safe learning environment for students of all abilities. The successful candidate will engage current best teaching practices including developing and delivering meaningful and appropriate lesson plans, providing individual feedback and encouragement to all students, and building autonomy in the dancers to develop as artists. The successful candidate will willingly collaborate with the other teachers and the Department Chair to facilitate continued student progress and department wide performances and goals.

DUTIES:

Teaching up to 9.5 hours of Ballet technique classes at Peabody Preparatory's Downtown, Towson, or affiliated campuses. Classes may be scheduled between 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm Monday - Friday and/or between the hours of 9:00 am - 4:00 pm on Saturday. Classes will meet for 32 weeks during the Preparatory school year from September to May. This teacher may also set and/or create choreography for the Dance Department's year-end performances in May. Although most performance preparation takes place during regular class times, performance responsibilities may include additional rehearsals at the end of the spring semester.

ABOUT US:

Established in 1894, the Peabody Preparatory boasts a rich history of nurturing artistic talent. With approximately 2,500 students passing through its doors every week, the school is Maryland's premier community school for music and dance.

The Peabody Preparatory welcomes students of all ages and levels of ability, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can discover and develop their musical potential. Offerings range from early childhood classes that spark a lifelong love of music and dance, to programs designed for adults and professional dancers and musicians seeking to hone their skills.

Located in downtown Baltimore and sharing space with the renowned Peabody Conservatory, the Preparatory also extends its reach through satellite campuses in the communities of Towson and Pikesville, Maryland.

The Preparatory's Dance Department, established in 1914, is one of the oldest-continuously operating dance training centers in the United States. Preparatory Dance has pioneered new dance forms throughout its remarkable life span, mounted numerous collaborative projects, partnered with prominent figures in 20th and 21st century American dance, and produced accomplished professional dancers, choreographers, directors, and teachers. Preparatory Dance is keeping in step with the progression of American Dance into the 21st century and remains committed to: offering high-quality dance training for students of all levels age 3 to adult; presenting imaginative professional-level performances; offering pre-professional ballet and modern dance summer intensives; partnering with our community through master classes, seminars, workshops, and other dance events - most offered free of charge; and training and supporting male dancers through the ground-breaking Estelle Dennis/Peabody Dance Training Program for Boys.

Qualifications

• Professional Ballet performance experience and/or a bachelor's degree in dance/choreography required.
• Documented successful teaching experience required.
• Preferred qualifications: success in teaching classes in a pre-professional dance program; experience setting and being a rehearsal director for repertory pieces; experience preparing pre-professional students for performances.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin immediately, but the position will remain open until filled.

Completed Applications should include:

• Cover letter including a brief summary of teaching philosophy
• CV/Resume
• Link to 5-10 minute teaching sample video