Overview of position:
BalletX, Philadelphia’s premier contemporary ballet, seeks a Director of Education & Dance eXchange to lead and expand the organization’s education and community engagement programs. This role is responsible for the strategic direction, implementation, and evaluation of Dance eXchange, BalletX’s in-school dance education program, while overseeing a broader portfolio of education initiatives including open classes and community-based programming.
The Director will lead efforts to create impactful educational experiences, build strong community partnerships, and drive initiatives that promote engagement, accessibility, and long-term audience connection to BalletX. This position plays a central role in advancing BalletX’s mission by fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of contemporary ballet across diverse communities.
The Director will lead the implementation of a five-year strategic plan specifically for Dance eXchange, building a strong and sustainable program infrastructure that supports high-quality, consistent program delivery and responsible growth. This includes establishing a clear program framework, strengthening staffing structures, and formalizing systems for partnerships, curriculum, evaluation, audience development, and long-term sustainability.
The Director oversees a team of approximately 10 part-time Teaching Artists and a part-time Education Manager who supports the administration of Dance eXchange and BalletX’s broader education programs, and collaborates closely with the Administrative Coordinator to build and sustain external partnerships. This position requires an experienced dance educator and proven leader who can translate vision into clear systems, mentor a team, and deepen BalletX’s impact across Philadelphia communities. To learn more about BalletX, our mission, and our programs, visit www.BalletX.org.
This position is full-time with a competitive salary range of $60,000-$75,000 (commensurate with experience) and accompanying benefits including health insurance, 4% 401k match, and paid time off. BalletX is an equal opportunity employer.
Key Responsibilities:
Dance eXchange Strategy & Leadership
● Lead implementation of Dance eXchange’s five-year strategic plan
● Establish and institutionalize program mission, vision, values, and core frameworks
● Develop and maintain a comprehensive program handbook and delivery model