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Top cityHarrisonburg, VA
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Tenure Track Associate Professor of Dance and Division Director of Dance (2027 2028)
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University of Hartford
Tenure Track Associate Professor of Dance and Division Director of Dance (2027 2028)
West Hartford, Connecticut
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Director of Dance Operations
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Rise Music & Dance
Director of Dance Operations
Houston, Texas
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Dance Program Director
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Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Dance Program Director
Oakland, California
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Technical Director - School of Theatre and Dance
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James Madison University
Technical Director - School of Theatre and Dance
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Tenure Track Associate Professor of Dance and Division Director of Dance (2027 2028)
University of Hartford·West Hartford, Connecticut
Job functions:
$77k - $90k/yr
Bachelor of Fine Arts
501-1,000 employees
Job Description
University of Hartford
Tenure Track Associate Professor of Dance and Division Director of Dance (2027 2028)
Rank: Associate Professor
Salary Range: $77,000 - $90,000
Tenure Information: Tenure Track
Job Description
The Hartt School, a conservatory of music, dance, and theatre, at the University of Hartford is seeking a tenure-track, Associate Professor in Dance beginning August 2027. Candidates are expected to teach dance to undergraduate students in the Dance Performance, Bachelor of Fine Arts program and to serve as Director of the Dance Division. This position reports to The Hartt School Dean.
Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of a complex dance division, including curricular and enrollment management; student recruitment; recommending part-time faculty hiring; recommending faculty loads and teaching assignments; completing faculty evaluations; scheduling and chairing division-wide meetings; addressing student and faculty issues; implementing all School and University policies; attending Dean's Leadership Team, faculty, division, and committee meetings in person; providing input, advising on the artistic and academic direction for The Hartt School; and assisting in budgetary preparation and oversight.
Teach dance to undergraduate students in the Dance Performance, Bachelor of Fine Arts program.
Provide inclusive leadership with the faculty to remain current in dance curricula preparing students for long-term professional careers.
Oversee and participate in all aspects of student recruitment, retention, and advising for enrollment and maintain a strong, inclusive, and diverse student body from the submission of the student's application through their timely graduation. Meet with student groups and class representatives.
Participate in the award of division scholarship funds in consultation with the Dean, Hartt Admission staff, and the dance faculty.
Remain active in creative/scholarly pursuits, developing and/or maintaining a national and international profile in the field of dance and seek peer reviews, as appropriate—all as expected for the successful pursuit of tenure and promotion.
Serve as a cooperative member of the Dean's Leadership Team to support all aspects of The Hartt School, while serving as an advocate, ambassador, and spokesperson for the Dance Division to Hartt colleagues, University administration, the public at large, and the Hartford arts community.
Serve as the institutional representative to the National Association of Schools of Dance ( NASD ).
Serve as an advocate in fundraising for The Hartt School.
Support the policies and regulatory processes of the University of Hartford and The Hartt School, ensuring equity, consistency, and effective communication, and precise recordkeeping.
Serve on University and School committees as needed.
Demonstrate a commitment to inclusive excellence, which the University defines as an unwavering commitment to fostering a vibrant campus community where every student, staff member, and faculty colleague feels deeply rooted, empowered to flourish, and inspired to achieve their highest potential.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Master of Fine Arts ( MFA ), or terminal degree, in a dance discipline at the time of appointment. A bachelor's degree in dance with significant national, professional performing credits and experience will be considered.
Ongoing record of professional experience, artistic achievement, and creative activities in dance.
Evidence of successful university and/or conservatory teaching in a dance department with evidence of successful student mentorship experience.
Evidence of successful leadership, organizational, and communication skills at a university and/or professional level and of the ability to collaborate effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, faculty, staff, and administration.
Preferred Qualifications:
Evidence of curriculum development and innovative pedagogical practices or publications that offer a strong vision for dance training for the 21st century.
Current working knowledge of performing arts high school networks and/or feeder systems.
Experience working with the National Association of Schools of Dance accreditation process.
Interest in, or experience with, community education and outreach programs.
Commitment to Inclusive Excellence and Belonging:
Candidate shows evidence of fostering an inclusive, equitable, just, and caring community where the unique identities of each person are fully appreciated, respected, and celebrated.
Candidate demonstrates values that align with diverse intellectual perspectives.
Candidate is capable of cultivating a campus community of respect and belonging.
Preferred Qualifications:
Diversity Statement:
University Information
Students at the University of Hartford find success in a learning environment that both challenges and mentors them. Our academic mission is to engage students in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in, and contribute to, a pluralistic, complex world. At the University of Hartford, we are committed to community. We are an academic community that values integrity, curiosity, creativity, excellence, responsibility, and accomplishment. Enriched by our engagement with, and understanding of, one another, we take pride in our shared traditions and experiences. We are dedicated to building a culture that respects all of its members and celebrates their contributions as we work together to strengthen our community. The full text of our academic mission, vision, and values can be seen at https:// www.hartford.edu . Opportunities for faculty development and support can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/campus-leadership/office-provost/faculty-development/ and a listing of Affinity Networks can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/affinity-groups.aspx
College Information
The Hartt School offers accredited undergraduate and graduate programs in music, dance, and theatre. The Hartt School is a school of performing arts within a mid-size university setting. Hartt students benefit from a diverse array of master classes, artist residencies, internships, and partnerships with leading professional performing arts organizations that help them achieve mastery in their discipline, find personal fulfillment, and transition successfully from college to career. The Hartt School has a total enrollment of 460 undergraduate and 120 graduate students served by 43 full-time and 133 part-time faculty with a 12:1 faculty to student ratio.
Hartt Dance prepares students for successful, lifelong careers in dance through rigorous and innovative learning experiences. With international and industry opportunities, students gain skills to thrive. Our unique curriculum integrates broad skill sets and supports performers, teachers, and choreographers, giving students exposure to the wider field of dance-related occupations. The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance offers extensive performance opportunities, conservatory-style training, and instruction from renowned faculty. Students study ballet, modern, and contemporary dance, along with music, composition, dance teaching, performance techniques, kinesiology, dance technology, and dance history. The BFA in Dance Performance program serves 35 dance majors and prepares students for professional careers in performance. Its alumni are currently performing, or have recently performed, with leading companies including PHILADANCO !, Paul Taylor Dance Company, and the Martha Graham Dance Company, among others. The University of Hartford is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance. For more information about Hartt Dance, please visit: https://www.hartford.edu/academics/schools-colleges/hartt/academics/dance/default.aspx.
Posting Number: 7928
Open Date: 08/16/2027
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Within the required Statement on Inclusive Excellence and Belonging, candidates should include an explanation of how their teaching practice meets the needs of the diverse population of students at the University of Hartford, focusing particularly on pedagogical approaches that support student success. If relevant, candidates should also comment on research, scholarship, practice, or creative activity that will contribute to the inclusive excellence goals to which the University of Hartford is committed. It is recommended that candidates approach this statement thoughtfully and use specific examples to illustrate their Statement on Inclusive Excellence and Belonging.
In your cover letter, please relate your experience to all Qualifications of the position in addition to highlighting what unique skills you would bring to The Hartt School.
Priority will be given to applications received by December 18, 2026; however, the search will remain open until the position is filled.
Tenure Track Associate Professor of Dance and Division Director of Dance (2027 2028)
Rank: Associate Professor
Salary Range: $77,000 - $90,000
Tenure Information: Tenure Track
Job Description
The Hartt School, a conservatory of music, dance, and theatre, at the University of Hartford is seeking a tenure-track, Associate Professor in Dance beginning August 2027. Candidates are expected to teach dance to undergraduate students in the Dance Performance, Bachelor of Fine Arts program and to serve as Director of the Dance Division. This position reports to The Hartt School Dean.
Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of a complex dance division, including curricular and enrollment management; student recruitment; recommending part-time faculty hiring; recommending faculty loads and teaching assignments; completing faculty evaluations; scheduling and chairing division-wide meetings; addressing student and faculty issues; implementing all School and University policies; attending Dean's Leadership Team, faculty, division, and committee meetings in person; providing input, advising on the artistic and academic direction for The Hartt School; and assisting in budgetary preparation and oversight.
Teach dance to undergraduate students in the Dance Performance, Bachelor of Fine Arts program.
Provide inclusive leadership with the faculty to remain current in dance curricula preparing students for long-term professional careers.
Oversee and participate in all aspects of student recruitment, retention, and advising for enrollment and maintain a strong, inclusive, and diverse student body from the submission of the student's application through their timely graduation. Meet with student groups and class representatives.
Participate in the award of division scholarship funds in consultation with the Dean, Hartt Admission staff, and the dance faculty.
Remain active in creative/scholarly pursuits, developing and/or maintaining a national and international profile in the field of dance and seek peer reviews, as appropriate—all as expected for the successful pursuit of tenure and promotion.
Serve as a cooperative member of the Dean's Leadership Team to support all aspects of The Hartt School, while serving as an advocate, ambassador, and spokesperson for the Dance Division to Hartt colleagues, University administration, the public at large, and the Hartford arts community.
Serve as the institutional representative to the National Association of Schools of Dance ( NASD ).
Serve as an advocate in fundraising for The Hartt School.
Support the policies and regulatory processes of the University of Hartford and The Hartt School, ensuring equity, consistency, and effective communication, and precise recordkeeping.
Serve on University and School committees as needed.
Demonstrate a commitment to inclusive excellence, which the University defines as an unwavering commitment to fostering a vibrant campus community where every student, staff member, and faculty colleague feels deeply rooted, empowered to flourish, and inspired to achieve their highest potential.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Master of Fine Arts ( MFA ), or terminal degree, in a dance discipline at the time of appointment. A bachelor's degree in dance with significant national, professional performing credits and experience will be considered.
Ongoing record of professional experience, artistic achievement, and creative activities in dance.
Evidence of successful university and/or conservatory teaching in a dance department with evidence of successful student mentorship experience.
Evidence of successful leadership, organizational, and communication skills at a university and/or professional level and of the ability to collaborate effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, faculty, staff, and administration.
Preferred Qualifications:
Evidence of curriculum development and innovative pedagogical practices or publications that offer a strong vision for dance training for the 21st century.
Current working knowledge of performing arts high school networks and/or feeder systems.
Experience working with the National Association of Schools of Dance accreditation process.
Interest in, or experience with, community education and outreach programs.
Commitment to Inclusive Excellence and Belonging:
Candidate shows evidence of fostering an inclusive, equitable, just, and caring community where the unique identities of each person are fully appreciated, respected, and celebrated.
Candidate demonstrates values that align with diverse intellectual perspectives.
Candidate is capable of cultivating a campus community of respect and belonging.
Preferred Qualifications:
Diversity Statement:
University Information
Students at the University of Hartford find success in a learning environment that both challenges and mentors them. Our academic mission is to engage students in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in, and contribute to, a pluralistic, complex world. At the University of Hartford, we are committed to community. We are an academic community that values integrity, curiosity, creativity, excellence, responsibility, and accomplishment. Enriched by our engagement with, and understanding of, one another, we take pride in our shared traditions and experiences. We are dedicated to building a culture that respects all of its members and celebrates their contributions as we work together to strengthen our community. The full text of our academic mission, vision, and values can be seen at https:// www.hartford.edu . Opportunities for faculty development and support can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/campus-leadership/office-provost/faculty-development/ and a listing of Affinity Networks can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/affinity-groups.aspx
College Information
The Hartt School offers accredited undergraduate and graduate programs in music, dance, and theatre. The Hartt School is a school of performing arts within a mid-size university setting. Hartt students benefit from a diverse array of master classes, artist residencies, internships, and partnerships with leading professional performing arts organizations that help them achieve mastery in their discipline, find personal fulfillment, and transition successfully from college to career. The Hartt School has a total enrollment of 460 undergraduate and 120 graduate students served by 43 full-time and 133 part-time faculty with a 12:1 faculty to student ratio.
Hartt Dance prepares students for successful, lifelong careers in dance through rigorous and innovative learning experiences. With international and industry opportunities, students gain skills to thrive. Our unique curriculum integrates broad skill sets and supports performers, teachers, and choreographers, giving students exposure to the wider field of dance-related occupations. The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance offers extensive performance opportunities, conservatory-style training, and instruction from renowned faculty. Students study ballet, modern, and contemporary dance, along with music, composition, dance teaching, performance techniques, kinesiology, dance technology, and dance history. The BFA in Dance Performance program serves 35 dance majors and prepares students for professional careers in performance. Its alumni are currently performing, or have recently performed, with leading companies including PHILADANCO !, Paul Taylor Dance Company, and the Martha Graham Dance Company, among others. The University of Hartford is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance. For more information about Hartt Dance, please visit: https://www.hartford.edu/academics/schools-colleges/hartt/academics/dance/default.aspx.
Posting Number: 7928
Open Date: 08/16/2027
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Within the required Statement on Inclusive Excellence and Belonging, candidates should include an explanation of how their teaching practice meets the needs of the diverse population of students at the University of Hartford, focusing particularly on pedagogical approaches that support student success. If relevant, candidates should also comment on research, scholarship, practice, or creative activity that will contribute to the inclusive excellence goals to which the University of Hartford is committed. It is recommended that candidates approach this statement thoughtfully and use specific examples to illustrate their Statement on Inclusive Excellence and Belonging.
In your cover letter, please relate your experience to all Qualifications of the position in addition to highlighting what unique skills you would bring to The Hartt School.
Priority will be given to applications received by December 18, 2026; however, the search will remain open until the position is filled.
University of Hartford
Tenure Track Associate Professor of Dance and Division Director of Dance (2027 2028)
West Hartford, Connecticut
Added 2d ago501-1,000 employees
Job functions:
$77k - $90k/yr
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Job Description
University of Hartford
Tenure Track Associate Professor of Dance and Division Director of Dance (2027 2028)
Rank: Associate Professor
Salary Range: $77,000 - $90,000
Tenure Information: Tenure Track
Job Description
The Hartt School, a conservatory of music, dance, and theatre, at the University of Hartford is seeking a tenure-track, Associate Professor in Dance beginning August 2027. Candidates are expected to teach dance to undergraduate students in the Dance Performance, Bachelor of Fine Arts program and to serve as Director of the Dance Division. This position reports to The Hartt School Dean.
Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of a complex dance division, including curricular and enrollment management; student recruitment; recommending part-time faculty hiring; recommending faculty loads and teaching assignments; completing faculty evaluations; scheduling and chairing division-wide meetings; addressing student and faculty issues; implementing all School and University policies; attending Dean's Leadership Team, faculty, division, and committee meetings in person; providing input, advising on the artistic and academic direction for The Hartt School; and assisting in budgetary preparation and oversight.
Teach dance to undergraduate students in the Dance Performance, Bachelor of Fine Arts program.
Provide inclusive leadership with the faculty to remain current in dance curricula preparing students for long-term professional careers.
Oversee and participate in all aspects of student recruitment, retention, and advising for enrollment and maintain a strong, inclusive, and diverse student body from the submission of the student's application through their timely graduation. Meet with student groups and class representatives.
Participate in the award of division scholarship funds in consultation with the Dean, Hartt Admission staff, and the dance faculty.
Remain active in creative/scholarly pursuits, developing and/or maintaining a national and international profile in the field of dance and seek peer reviews, as appropriate—all as expected for the successful pursuit of tenure and promotion.
Serve as a cooperative member of the Dean's Leadership Team to support all aspects of The Hartt School, while serving as an advocate, ambassador, and spokesperson for the Dance Division to Hartt colleagues, University administration, the public at large, and the Hartford arts community.
Serve as the institutional representative to the National Association of Schools of Dance ( NASD ).
Serve as an advocate in fundraising for The Hartt School.
Support the policies and regulatory processes of the University of Hartford and The Hartt School, ensuring equity, consistency, and effective communication, and precise recordkeeping.
Serve on University and School committees as needed.
Demonstrate a commitment to inclusive excellence, which the University defines as an unwavering commitment to fostering a vibrant campus community where every student, staff member, and faculty colleague feels deeply rooted, empowered to flourish, and inspired to achieve their highest potential.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Master of Fine Arts ( MFA ), or terminal degree, in a dance discipline at the time of appointment. A bachelor's degree in dance with significant national, professional performing credits and experience will be considered.
Ongoing record of professional experience, artistic achievement, and creative activities in dance.
Evidence of successful university and/or conservatory teaching in a dance department with evidence of successful student mentorship experience.
Evidence of successful leadership, organizational, and communication skills at a university and/or professional level and of the ability to collaborate effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, faculty, staff, and administration.
Preferred Qualifications:
Evidence of curriculum development and innovative pedagogical practices or publications that offer a strong vision for dance training for the 21st century.
Current working knowledge of performing arts high school networks and/or feeder systems.
Experience working with the National Association of Schools of Dance accreditation process.
Interest in, or experience with, community education and outreach programs.
Commitment to Inclusive Excellence and Belonging:
Candidate shows evidence of fostering an inclusive, equitable, just, and caring community where the unique identities of each person are fully appreciated, respected, and celebrated.
Candidate demonstrates values that align with diverse intellectual perspectives.
Candidate is capable of cultivating a campus community of respect and belonging.
Preferred Qualifications:
Diversity Statement:
University Information
Students at the University of Hartford find success in a learning environment that both challenges and mentors them. Our academic mission is to engage students in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in, and contribute to, a pluralistic, complex world. At the University of Hartford, we are committed to community. We are an academic community that values integrity, curiosity, creativity, excellence, responsibility, and accomplishment. Enriched by our engagement with, and understanding of, one another, we take pride in our shared traditions and experiences. We are dedicated to building a culture that respects all of its members and celebrates their contributions as we work together to strengthen our community. The full text of our academic mission, vision, and values can be seen at https:// www.hartford.edu . Opportunities for faculty development and support can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/campus-leadership/office-provost/faculty-development/ and a listing of Affinity Networks can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/affinity-groups.aspx
College Information
The Hartt School offers accredited undergraduate and graduate programs in music, dance, and theatre. The Hartt School is a school of performing arts within a mid-size university setting. Hartt students benefit from a diverse array of master classes, artist residencies, internships, and partnerships with leading professional performing arts organizations that help them achieve mastery in their discipline, find personal fulfillment, and transition successfully from college to career. The Hartt School has a total enrollment of 460 undergraduate and 120 graduate students served by 43 full-time and 133 part-time faculty with a 12:1 faculty to student ratio.
Hartt Dance prepares students for successful, lifelong careers in dance through rigorous and innovative learning experiences. With international and industry opportunities, students gain skills to thrive. Our unique curriculum integrates broad skill sets and supports performers, teachers, and choreographers, giving students exposure to the wider field of dance-related occupations. The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance offers extensive performance opportunities, conservatory-style training, and instruction from renowned faculty. Students study ballet, modern, and contemporary dance, along with music, composition, dance teaching, performance techniques, kinesiology, dance technology, and dance history. The BFA in Dance Performance program serves 35 dance majors and prepares students for professional careers in performance. Its alumni are currently performing, or have recently performed, with leading companies including PHILADANCO !, Paul Taylor Dance Company, and the Martha Graham Dance Company, among others. The University of Hartford is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance. For more information about Hartt Dance, please visit: https://www.hartford.edu/academics/schools-colleges/hartt/academics/dance/default.aspx.
Posting Number: 7928
Open Date: 08/16/2027
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Within the required Statement on Inclusive Excellence and Belonging, candidates should include an explanation of how their teaching practice meets the needs of the diverse population of students at the University of Hartford, focusing particularly on pedagogical approaches that support student success. If relevant, candidates should also comment on research, scholarship, practice, or creative activity that will contribute to the inclusive excellence goals to which the University of Hartford is committed. It is recommended that candidates approach this statement thoughtfully and use specific examples to illustrate their Statement on Inclusive Excellence and Belonging.
In your cover letter, please relate your experience to all Qualifications of the position in addition to highlighting what unique skills you would bring to The Hartt School.
Priority will be given to applications received by December 18, 2026; however, the search will remain open until the position is filled.
Tenure Track Associate Professor of Dance and Division Director of Dance (2027 2028)
Rank: Associate Professor
Salary Range: $77,000 - $90,000
Tenure Information: Tenure Track
Job Description
The Hartt School, a conservatory of music, dance, and theatre, at the University of Hartford is seeking a tenure-track, Associate Professor in Dance beginning August 2027. Candidates are expected to teach dance to undergraduate students in the Dance Performance, Bachelor of Fine Arts program and to serve as Director of the Dance Division. This position reports to The Hartt School Dean.
Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of a complex dance division, including curricular and enrollment management; student recruitment; recommending part-time faculty hiring; recommending faculty loads and teaching assignments; completing faculty evaluations; scheduling and chairing division-wide meetings; addressing student and faculty issues; implementing all School and University policies; attending Dean's Leadership Team, faculty, division, and committee meetings in person; providing input, advising on the artistic and academic direction for The Hartt School; and assisting in budgetary preparation and oversight.
Teach dance to undergraduate students in the Dance Performance, Bachelor of Fine Arts program.
Provide inclusive leadership with the faculty to remain current in dance curricula preparing students for long-term professional careers.
Oversee and participate in all aspects of student recruitment, retention, and advising for enrollment and maintain a strong, inclusive, and diverse student body from the submission of the student's application through their timely graduation. Meet with student groups and class representatives.
Participate in the award of division scholarship funds in consultation with the Dean, Hartt Admission staff, and the dance faculty.
Remain active in creative/scholarly pursuits, developing and/or maintaining a national and international profile in the field of dance and seek peer reviews, as appropriate—all as expected for the successful pursuit of tenure and promotion.
Serve as a cooperative member of the Dean's Leadership Team to support all aspects of The Hartt School, while serving as an advocate, ambassador, and spokesperson for the Dance Division to Hartt colleagues, University administration, the public at large, and the Hartford arts community.
Serve as the institutional representative to the National Association of Schools of Dance ( NASD ).
Serve as an advocate in fundraising for The Hartt School.
Support the policies and regulatory processes of the University of Hartford and The Hartt School, ensuring equity, consistency, and effective communication, and precise recordkeeping.
Serve on University and School committees as needed.
Demonstrate a commitment to inclusive excellence, which the University defines as an unwavering commitment to fostering a vibrant campus community where every student, staff member, and faculty colleague feels deeply rooted, empowered to flourish, and inspired to achieve their highest potential.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Master of Fine Arts ( MFA ), or terminal degree, in a dance discipline at the time of appointment. A bachelor's degree in dance with significant national, professional performing credits and experience will be considered.
Ongoing record of professional experience, artistic achievement, and creative activities in dance.
Evidence of successful university and/or conservatory teaching in a dance department with evidence of successful student mentorship experience.
Evidence of successful leadership, organizational, and communication skills at a university and/or professional level and of the ability to collaborate effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, faculty, staff, and administration.
Preferred Qualifications:
Evidence of curriculum development and innovative pedagogical practices or publications that offer a strong vision for dance training for the 21st century.
Current working knowledge of performing arts high school networks and/or feeder systems.
Experience working with the National Association of Schools of Dance accreditation process.
Interest in, or experience with, community education and outreach programs.
Commitment to Inclusive Excellence and Belonging:
Candidate shows evidence of fostering an inclusive, equitable, just, and caring community where the unique identities of each person are fully appreciated, respected, and celebrated.
Candidate demonstrates values that align with diverse intellectual perspectives.
Candidate is capable of cultivating a campus community of respect and belonging.
Preferred Qualifications:
Diversity Statement:
University Information
Students at the University of Hartford find success in a learning environment that both challenges and mentors them. Our academic mission is to engage students in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in, and contribute to, a pluralistic, complex world. At the University of Hartford, we are committed to community. We are an academic community that values integrity, curiosity, creativity, excellence, responsibility, and accomplishment. Enriched by our engagement with, and understanding of, one another, we take pride in our shared traditions and experiences. We are dedicated to building a culture that respects all of its members and celebrates their contributions as we work together to strengthen our community. The full text of our academic mission, vision, and values can be seen at https:// www.hartford.edu . Opportunities for faculty development and support can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/campus-leadership/office-provost/faculty-development/ and a listing of Affinity Networks can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/diversity-inclusion/affinity-groups.aspx
College Information
The Hartt School offers accredited undergraduate and graduate programs in music, dance, and theatre. The Hartt School is a school of performing arts within a mid-size university setting. Hartt students benefit from a diverse array of master classes, artist residencies, internships, and partnerships with leading professional performing arts organizations that help them achieve mastery in their discipline, find personal fulfillment, and transition successfully from college to career. The Hartt School has a total enrollment of 460 undergraduate and 120 graduate students served by 43 full-time and 133 part-time faculty with a 12:1 faculty to student ratio.
Hartt Dance prepares students for successful, lifelong careers in dance through rigorous and innovative learning experiences. With international and industry opportunities, students gain skills to thrive. Our unique curriculum integrates broad skill sets and supports performers, teachers, and choreographers, giving students exposure to the wider field of dance-related occupations. The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance offers extensive performance opportunities, conservatory-style training, and instruction from renowned faculty. Students study ballet, modern, and contemporary dance, along with music, composition, dance teaching, performance techniques, kinesiology, dance technology, and dance history. The BFA in Dance Performance program serves 35 dance majors and prepares students for professional careers in performance. Its alumni are currently performing, or have recently performed, with leading companies including PHILADANCO !, Paul Taylor Dance Company, and the Martha Graham Dance Company, among others. The University of Hartford is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance. For more information about Hartt Dance, please visit: https://www.hartford.edu/academics/schools-colleges/hartt/academics/dance/default.aspx.
Posting Number: 7928
Open Date: 08/16/2027
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Within the required Statement on Inclusive Excellence and Belonging, candidates should include an explanation of how their teaching practice meets the needs of the diverse population of students at the University of Hartford, focusing particularly on pedagogical approaches that support student success. If relevant, candidates should also comment on research, scholarship, practice, or creative activity that will contribute to the inclusive excellence goals to which the University of Hartford is committed. It is recommended that candidates approach this statement thoughtfully and use specific examples to illustrate their Statement on Inclusive Excellence and Belonging.
In your cover letter, please relate your experience to all Qualifications of the position in addition to highlighting what unique skills you would bring to The Hartt School.
Priority will be given to applications received by December 18, 2026; however, the search will remain open until the position is filled.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in dance director jobs.
- Demonstrated experience directing and choreographing for ensembles of professional or pre-professional dancers
- Proficiency in multiple dance styles such as ballet, contemporary, jazz, or hip-hop
- Experience collaborating with music directors, stage managers, and production designers
- Bachelor's or master's degree in dance, performing arts, or a closely related field
- Strong rehearsal management skills including scheduling, pacing, and performance notes
- Familiarity with video documentation, artistic review processes, and production software tools
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A reel that works for a regional theater company won't land the same way at a commercial entertainment studio. Edit two or three versions that foreground the style, scale, and genre most relevant to each type of employer you're targeting.
List production credits with measurable scope
Employers want to know the size of the ensemble you've directed, the production budget you've managed, and the venues you've worked in. Replace vague credits like 'led performances' with specifics: ensemble size, run length, and production scale.
Apply early to roles that fit
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Prepare a teaching or rehearsal philosophy statement
Many hiring panels ask for a written statement on your approach to rehearsal, feedback, and dancer development before the first interview. Drafting this in advance lets you adapt it quickly rather than starting from scratch under deadline pressure.
Follow up with a specific creative reference
After an interview, your follow-up message carries more weight when it ties back to a specific production challenge or artistic direction the panel raised. Reference a concrete moment from the conversation rather than sending a generic thank-you.
Dance Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most dance directors?
The most active employers for dance directors right now are University of Hartford, James Madison University, and Rise Music & Dance, and the most openings are in Virginia, Connecticut, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to cluster around large performing arts organizations, entertainment production companies, and school districts with strong fine arts programs.
How many dance director jobs are remote?
About 0% of dance director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of the role requires in-person rehearsal and production oversight. The sub-areas most likely to allow remote work include curriculum development, grant writing, and administrative coordination within larger arts organizations.
How do you become a dance director?
Most dance directors build toward the role by accumulating years of performance experience, then transitioning into choreography and assistant director positions. Earning a degree in dance or performing arts strengthens your candidacy, as does building a portfolio of directed productions across a range of styles and scales. Developing skills in rehearsal management, artist communication, and production coordination is essential before stepping into a director-level seat.
Can you get hired as a dance director without much experience?
Entry points do exist for candidates with limited formal credits, particularly in educational settings, community arts organizations, and smaller regional companies that prioritize teaching ability and artistic vision over an extensive production history. Directing studio showcases, student productions, or community performances builds a concrete body of work. A strong reel and clear rehearsal philosophy statement can offset a shorter resume in these environments.
What does the dance director interview process look like?
Most hiring processes for dance director roles include an initial screening call with HR or a department head, followed by a panel interview with artistic staff and sometimes board members. Many employers also request a practical component, such as leading a rehearsal segment, presenting a production concept, or demonstrating your approach to working with dancers. References from past collaborators carry significant weight at the final stage.
Where can I find and apply to dance director jobs?
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