Chance to Dance Teaching Artist Program

Chance to Dance is Ballet Wichita's outreach program that brings high-quality dance and movement education to elementary-aged students in the community. The program recruits Teaching Artists to deliver curriculum in local schools.

Program Details

• Focus: Dance and movement education for elementary-aged students
• Geographic Scope: Wichita community schools
• Duration: Six-week teaching commitment (once per week per school)
• Structure: Teaching Artists are trained in a fun and engaging curriculum
• Students Served: Elementary-aged students

Requirements & Qualifications

• Dance Background: Not required (formal dance degree not necessary)
• Prerequisites: Love for movement, learning, and making a difference
• Background Check: Required for all teaching artists
• Availability: Must be available to teach once per week for six weeks during program period (September-December 2025)

Teaching Artist Responsibilities

• Teach once per week for six weeks in local schools
• Help students build confidence, creativity, and coordination through dance
• Help select students to receive a one-year Ballet Wichita scholarship

Special Opportunity

• Wichita State Students: May be eligible to receive college credit for participating in the program

Contact Information

• Address: 1600 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67203
• Phone: (316) 687-5880
• Email: info@balletwichita.com

Application Process

1. Fill out the Teaching Artist Application (available on website)
2. Submit your application through the online form
3. Wait for review - Ballet Wichita staff will review your submission
4. Contact by Ballet Wichita - They will contact you with next steps if selected
5. Background check - Required for all teaching artists

Required Application Information

• Personal Information:
  • Full name (first and last)
  • Birth date
  • Address (street, city, state, ZIP)
  • Phone number
  • Email address
• Experience Questions:
  • Do you have any dance experience? (Yes/No)
  • If yes: Describe dance experience including number of years and styles/forms studied or performed
  • Are you currently involved in dance in any capacity? (Yes/No)
  • If yes: Describe current involvement, where, and in what capacity
  • Note: Dance teaching experience is NOT required
• Availability:
  • Indicate availability for weekdays (Monday-Friday) between September and December 2025
  • For each day, select all time slots available:
  • 9am-11am
  • 11am-1pm
  • 1pm-3pm
  • Leave blank for days when unavailable
• Essay/Open-Ended Question:
  • Describe what interests you about teaching for Chance to Dance
  • Explain why you're interested in this opportunity
  • Share what excites you about teaching