Zürcher Hochschule der Künste
Zürich
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Ballet Teacher for Classical Male Dance and Classical Pas de Deux 80%
- Publication date:11 December 2025
- Workload:80%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Zürich
Job summary
Join the Tanz Akademie Zürich, a leading dance institution! Enjoy a vibrant work environment and diverse community.
Tasks
- Teach classical men's dance and Pas de deux at all levels.
- Assist in organizing school tasks and performances.
- Lead rehearsals for classical and contemporary repertoires.
Skills
- Professional qualification in ballet pedagogy or equivalent required.
- Experience in teaching classical dance across age groups.
- Fluent in English and German essential.
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About the job
The ZHdK is one of the largest and most diverse art universities in Europe, with around 2100 bachelor and master students. The fields of study and research include Art Education, Design, Film, Fine Arts, Music, Dance, Theatre, and Transdisciplinarity. Located in the heart of Zurich, ZHdK is a dynamic place where passionate people from over 75 countries work, study, teach, research, and continue their education. The university includes numerous exhibition and performance venues where students' project works are publicly presented.
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The Dance Academy Zurich, taZ, the professional ballet school for Classical Dance in Switzerland, part of the Department of Performing Arts and Film at the Zurich University of the Arts, trains young national and international talents to become professional stage dancers within its study programs (basic and main studies).
The Dance Academy Zurich is looking for a ballet teacher for the main and basic studies starting August 1, 2026:
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The Dance Academy Zurich, taZ, the professional ballet school for Classical Dance in Switzerland, part of the Department of Performing Arts and Film at the Zurich University of the Arts, trains young national and international talents to become professional stage dancers within its study programs (basic and main studies).
The Dance Academy Zurich is looking for a ballet teacher for the main and basic studies starting August 1, 2026:
Ballet Teacher for Classical Male Dance and Classical Pas de Deux 80%
Your Tasks
Your main task is teaching classical dance for men and pas de deux at all class levels. In addition to these tasks, it also includes participating in the organization of school tasks and processes, especially in the preparation and execution of performances. Your responsibilities include rehearsals of classical and contemporary repertoires. Possible involvement in the BA/MA Dance program is desirable.
Your main task is teaching classical dance for men and pas de deux at all class levels. In addition to these tasks, it also includes participating in the organization of school tasks and processes, especially in the preparation and execution of performances. Your responsibilities include rehearsals of classical and contemporary repertoires. Possible involvement in the BA/MA Dance program is desirable.
Your Profile
You have completed professional training in ballet pedagogy or an equivalent qualification. You also bring many years of personal experience in classical stage dance. As a ballet teacher, you have several years of teaching experience at all age levels that meet professional standards. You understand how to motivate and inspire students with your expertise. Classroom management and related tasks are familiar to you. Excellent language skills in English and German are required for this position.
You have completed professional training in ballet pedagogy or an equivalent qualification. You also bring many years of personal experience in classical stage dance. As a ballet teacher, you have several years of teaching experience at all age levels that meet professional standards. You understand how to motivate and inspire students with your expertise. Classroom management and related tasks are familiar to you. Excellent language skills in English and German are required for this position.
What You Can Expect from Us
We offer you an interesting and challenging role in a lively and collegial environment at the Zurich Toni-Areal. We live an inclusive culture and value diversity. Our benefits are varied and a matter of course.
We offer you an interesting and challenging role in a lively and collegial environment at the Zurich Toni-Areal. We live an inclusive culture and value diversity. Our benefits are varied and a matter of course.
Your Contacts for Further Information
Jason Beechey, Head of Dance, ( jason.beechey@zhdk.ch )
HR Contact: Mirjam Schütz, HR Business Partner ( mirjam.schuetz@zhdk.ch )
Jason Beechey, Head of Dance, ( jason.beechey@zhdk.ch )
HR Contact: Mirjam Schütz, HR Business Partner ( mirjam.schuetz@zhdk.ch )
Additional information about the Dance Academy can be found at www.tanzakademie.ch and www.zhdk.ch .
We gladly accept your complete application documents by January 26, 2026 via the "Apply Online Now" link at the end of this advertisement. Please note that we only consider online applications for this position. Teaching demonstrations and interviews will be conducted from February 24 - 28, 2026.
We gladly accept your complete application documents by January 26, 2026 via the "Apply Online Now" link at the end of this advertisement. Please note that we only consider online applications for this position. Teaching demonstrations and interviews will be conducted from February 24 - 28, 2026.
