We are seeking a talented, professional, enthusiastic, positive, flexible Dance Director for our summer performing arts camp. The DD has many duties and responsibilities including:
Serving as a pre-summer consultant.
Preparing with the Artistic Director in the pre-production of the shows and curriculum via email or phone.
Teaching the dance classes. Curriculum is open, but suggestions are basic theatre dance, jazz, tap, ballet, and actor movement training (ie, Suzuki, Alexander, Grotowski, etc.) Classes are planned to be four groups of 16 students, 5 days a week, 4 hours a day, starting at 10 am (53 minute classes). Teaching experience is a must.
Choreographing and/or Directing/Choreographing the musical(s). Rehearsals are in the evening, 3 hours a night, 5 days a week. There are some weekend rehearsals. Professional experience is necessary. A degree is required, a Masters degree is preferred. We produce about two dozen musicals and non-musicals every year. Feedback on selection of the shows is appreciated.
Two hours each afternoon and weekends, by and large, are free, though we request that the DD participates in some of the weekend outdoor sports and activities. A great attitude and flexibility are vital.
For the above, the Dance Director receives:
A round-trip plane ticket, or travel reimbursement.
A private bedroom with a shared bathroom in the main cabin.
Food for the entire length of the contract on the campus with the campers/staff.
Saturday afternoon through Sunday evening is usually OFF.
A weekly salary of $300 - 475/week, 4 1/2 week contract (June 29 - August 1, 2010).
Many summer activities paid for, such as field trips.
Please mail & fax a resume and a completed Staff Application with three references. If you've already submitted a resume, please send another highlighting theatrical, camp, outdoor, leadership, and 'day job' work experience. After we receive your application, a personal or telephone interview will be necessary.
CGST is an Equal Opportunity Employer --
all interested parties are encouraged to apply!
