Job opportunities at the joffrey
The Joffrey Ballet is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Joffrey Ballet is committed to providing equal opportunity employment opportunities to candidates and employees without regard to race, religion, creed, age, sex, height, weight,
marital status, disability unrelated to an individual’s ability to perform adequately, national origin citizenship, ancestry, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About The Joffrey Ballet
The world renowned Joffrey Ballet moved to Chicago in 1995. Although relatively young in Chicago, The Joffrey has made tremendous strides in becoming a cultural pillar of the community and will soon embark on a capital campaign focused on securing its long term home in Chicago. The vision of co-founders Robert Joffrey and Gerald Arpino remains ever present, namely the preservation of historical masterpieces, the commission of new works and the performance of the ground breaking ballets created by the company’s founders. Diversity has been and continues to be at the heart of the company’s mission. The company performs four times per year at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University in Chicago in collaboration with the Chicago Sinfonietta. The Joffrey also tours extensively in the U.S. and internationally. The Joffrey is governed by a 70 person Board of Directors representing Chicago’s largest corporations and is also supported by a 150 plus Women’s Board who host The Joffrey’s widely attended special events.
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Receptionist – part-time
General Position Description and Primary Individuals and Entities this Position Interfaces with:
The person in this position serves as part-time Receptionist of the Joffrey administrative offices. The Receptionist reports directly to the Facility Manager and works closely with him/her to determine
day-to-day needs and activities of the office. The Receptionist interfaces with Board members, staff and dancers, vendors, and other related personnel.
Essential Responsibilities Include:
Specific responsibilities include:
Answer telephone and direct calls accordingly
Provide callers with event and performance information
Greet and direct visitors
Receive and sort incoming mail
Oversee outgoing US mail and UPS/FED EX
Communicate to staff re: receipt of packages
Maintain clean and orderly front desk
Order office supplies and maintain general office supply inventory
Call messenger service
Provide assistance to other departments on projects
Qualifications and Salary:
Part-time position. Arts background or experience working for theatre, not-for-profit or arts institution. Strong front desk/customer service skills required. Basic computer skills.
Please Mail, Fax, or Email to:
The Joffrey Ballet
Attn: Human Resources
Joffrey Tower
10 E. Randolph
Chicago, IL 60601
Fax: 312.739.0119
Email: humanresources@joffrey.org
No phone calls please.
Education & Community Engagement (ECE) Teaching Artist
Department: Education & Community Engagement
General Position Description and Primary Individuals and Entities this Position Interfaces with:
Education & Community Engagement Teaching Artists report directly to the Director of Education & Community Engagement and is responsible for planning, implementation and instruction of
educational programs in accordance with the syllabi established by the ECE staff. The ECE Teaching Artists must work closely with ECE staff as well as teachers and coordinators at the schools or
organizations where the programs are taking place.
Essential responsibilities include:
1. Read, understand and properly deliver material from a syllabus
2. Instruct students in a manner that is interesting and keeps them engaged throughout the class
3. Maintain constant and clear communication with the teachers or coordinators at the school or organization where the program is being facilitated
4. Maintain constant and clear communication with ECE staff to ensure they are always aware of how the program is running and able to assist if necessary
5. Complete forms and paperwork in a thorough and timely fashion according to set deadlines
6. Attend meetings and workshops to complete the training required for teaching various syllabi
Non-essential responsibilities include:
1. Prepare materials in advance of classes for distributing to students
2. Travel and arrive on time at various locations throughout Chicago where programs are held
3. Use e-mail and other basic software (Microsoft Word and Excel) as needed from personal computer
Qualifications: Professional dance experience or undergraduate degree required. Must have 3-5 years of performance, coaching or teaching experience in the area of dance. In addition
to choreographic and improvisational skills, must have extensive knowledge of a variety of dance styles. Must have experience in working with children in a public school setting. Strong communication,
presentation and group management skills are recommended. Strong organizational and computer skills, and excellent written and oral skills are recommended. Should be able to think quickly and creatively
and adapt to new situations in a fast-paced environment.
Send resumes electronically at, or send hard copies to:
Address:
The Joffrey Ballet
Attention: ECE Teaching Artist Applications
The Joffrey Tower
10 E. Randolph Street
Chicago, IL 60601
Email:
education@joffrey.org
Fax:
312.739.0119
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