CAREERS

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The Company Dancer responsibilities are to practice and rehearse Spanish dance routines in the styles of Flamenco, Folkloric, Classical, Escuela Bolera and Contemporary Dance under the direction of the Artistic Director to achieve the desired interpretation and presentation of the piece.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS 

• Formal training and extensive dance experience in Flamenco, Folkloric, Classical, Escuela Bolera.
• Previous ballet training is a plus.
• Must be disciplined and demonstrate good time management skills and high professional standards.
• Ability to harmonize body movements to rhythm of musical accompaniment.
• Ability to perform dances as member of a group before live audiences.
• Ability to establish and maintain high levels of technical proficiency, physical ability, and physical fitness.
• Have a positive attitude and passion for working with others.
• Be self-motivated, enthusiastic and 100% passionate about dance.
• Ability to coordinate dancing with that of partner and group of dancers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Coordinate movement of several parts of the body, such as arms and legs, while the body is moving.
• Stand, walk or run for long periods of time.
• Bend, stretch, twist, or reach out.
• Be physically active for long periods of time.
• Move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place.
• Use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
• Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
• Use fingers, one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects.
• Dancers are exposed to moderate light and sound.

To apply please send your resume to hr@eesdt.org

The Ensemble Español is an equal opportunity employer, providing 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.

The Teaching Artist position is responsible for managing residencies and other arts, education and outreach opportunities for promotion and educational purposes at schools, cultural organizations and corporate businesses focusing in the four styles of traditional and contemporary Spanish dance including: Flamenco, Folkloric, Classical and Escuela Bolera.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver high-quality, curriculum-based Spanish dance instruction to school-aged children in a group setting for multiple programs including community workshops, school residencies, after school matters, ¡United Rhythms Fusion Project!, etc.
• Guide youth through full-scale projects that cultivate student’s creativity, social development, and leadership while inspiring them to make positive differences in their communities.
• Collaborate and communicate with residency school staff, classroom teacher(s) and parents regarding choreography dance piece(s) for final showcase/recital and/or other information.
• Manage booking confirmations for school outreach performances.
• Travel to locations throughout the Chicagoland area where promotion and/or programs are held.
• Attend professional development classes and meetings as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Arts Education and Outreach Director.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS 

• Extensive training and performance in the four styles of traditional and contemporary Spanish dance including: Flamenco, Folkloric, Classical and Escuela Bolera is required.
• Two to three (2-3) years of arts education experience with strong classroom management skills.
• Cultural competency to work with individuals from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
• Positive and proactive with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Exhibit excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel and work a flexible schedule.
• Manage classroom/studio behavior and provide opportunities for student voice, choice, and reflection at each session.
• Be a positive role model for students and fellow teaching artists.
• Bilingual English-Spanish preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Lift, push, pull, or carry art supplies and furniture weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Walk up and down stairs.
• Bend, twist, reach, stand and/or sit for long periods of time.

This is a Full Time Position, Monday through Friday, hours TBD

To apply please send your resume to hr@eesdt.org

The Ensemble Español is an equal opportunity employer, providing 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.