Ballet West Adaptive Dance Program Coordinator

Ballet West is seeking an Adaptive Dance Program Coordinator to coordinate and support an inclusive adaptive dance program.

Part-time position. Reports to: Director of Education and Outreach & Academy Director and Director of Business Operations.

Ballet West Administration offices are located in the Jessie Eccles Quinney Ballet Centre and the Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre in downtown Salt Lake City.

At the heart of this program is the belief that dance can be a bridge—bringing people together, building friendships that transcend barriers, and empowering every dancer to contribute, learn, and thrive.

The Ballet West Adaptive Dance Program Coordinator helps create more than a dance class. This position helps build a community where accomplished dancers and individuals with differing abilities learn from one another, form genuine friendships, and discover what is possible when everyone has a place on the dance floor.

Through thoughtful coordination, creative curriculum development, and strong relationships, the Coordinator helps make dance a bridge that brings people together, transcends barriers, and empowers every participant to experience the joy of growth—both personal and shared.

• Experience in dance, dance education, adaptive recreation, special education, youth programming, or a related field preferred.
• Strong organizational and scheduling skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience working with individuals of varying abilities and backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Dance experience or familiarity with dance instruction and choreography is strongly preferred.

Background check required after a conditional offer of employment.

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Believes every person has the ability to contribute, learn, and grow.
• Sees dance as a tool for connection, confidence, and community.
• Is organized and dependable while remaining flexible when individual needs arise.
• Has a genuine passion for working with people of differing abilities.
• Builds relationships easily and communicates with warmth and professionalism.
• Is creative and enjoys finding new ways to make movement accessible and engaging.
• Celebrates progress rather than focusing solely on performance.
• Understands that some of the most meaningful outcomes of dance are friendship, belonging, confidence, and shared joy.

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The Adaptive Dance Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, scheduling, and supporting the development of an inclusive adaptive dance program that brings accomplished dancers together with peers of differing abilities. This role helps create an environment where every participant can experience the joy of movement, personal growth, friendship, and belonging.

Working closely with instructors, families, participants, volunteers, and community partners, the Program Coordinator helps ensure that classes and activities are thoughtfully planned, well organized, and accessible. The Coordinator also contributes to curriculum development, helping create meaningful dance experiences that meet participants where they are while encouraging creativity, confidence, connection, and growth.

Program Coordination & Scheduling

• Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the adaptive dance program.
• Develop and maintain class schedules, rehearsals, special events, and performances.
• Along with Director of Education and Outreach/ Academy leadership, coordinate instructors, peer partners, volunteers, and participants to ensure classes are appropriately staffed and organized.
• Communicate schedules, program updates, expectations, and important information to families and participants.
• Maintain accurate participant records, attendance, schedules, and other program documentation.
• Assist with registration, onboarding, and placement of participants and peer partners.

Curriculum Development

• Collaborate with adaptive dance instructors, program, and Academy leadership to develop and refine curriculum.
• Help design dance activities that are inclusive, engaging, developmentally appropriate, and adaptable to varying abilities and needs.
• Support instructors in modifying choreography, movement activities, music, and teaching approaches as appropriate.
• Incorporate opportunities for participants to develop dance skills, confidence, independence, social connections, and teamwork.
• Help create progressive programming that allows dancers to experience meaningful growth over time.

Inclusive Program Support

• Foster a welcoming, respectful, and encouraging environment for dancers of all abilities.
• Help facilitate meaningful partnerships between accomplished dancers and participants with differing abilities.
• Encourage peer relationships and friendships that extend beyond the classroom.
• Support instructors in creating an environment where every dancer feels valued and has an opportunity to participate and contribute.
• Promote a culture of patience, empathy, encouragement, and celebration of individual progress.

Communication & Collaboration

• Serve as a key point of contact for instructors, families, participants, volunteers, and organizational leadership.
• Build positive relationships with families and community partners.
• Coordinate communication regarding classes, events, performances, and program needs.
• Work collaboratively with instructors to identify challenges and develop practical solutions.
• Gather feedback from participants, families, and instructors to strengthen the program.

Events & Performances

• Assist with planning and coordinating showcases, performances, community events, and other program activities.
• Coordinate logistics including schedules, rehearsals, participant communication, costumes, music, and performance needs.
• Help ensure participants are prepared, supported, and celebrated during performances and special events.