BALLROOM BASIX USA, Inc. (BBX) is a non-profit arts organization that teaches schoolchildren the “basix” of Ballroom & Latin partner dancing non-competitively — with an emphasis on fun, good manners, caring, and acceptance.

BALLROOM BASIX (BBX) is an arts-in-education initiative dedicated to nurturing the social, emotional and physical well-being of schoolchildren, transforming the landscape of  the classroom through instilling values of kindness, cooperation, camaraderie, inclusion, self-esteem, courtesy and respect in our young students through the joy of dance. Through dance, our Teaching Artists help provide the opportunity for connection, self-expression, validation and joyfulness inherent in the shared experience of dancing, which can truly make a difference in young children’s lives,  and by extension, their families and communities. 

BALLROOM BASIX (BBX) is an arts-in-education initiative dedicated to nurturing the social, emotional and physical well-being of schoolchildren, transforming the landscape of  the classroom through instilling values of kindness, cooperation, camaraderie, inclusion, self-esteem, courtesy and respect in our young students through the joy of dance. Through dance, our Teaching Artists help provide the opportunity for connection, self-expression, validation and joyfulness inherent in the shared experience of dancing, which can truly make a difference in young children’s lives,  and by extension, their families and communities. 

As a new Teaching Artist – Assistant you’ll work with an experienced Teaching Artist to learn our curriculum. In the classroom, along with demonstrating dancing, you’ll provide in-class support for the students with the Senior/Lead Teaching Artist. Through dance, we share concepts of courtesy, teamwork, camaraderie, respect, and consent. In our non-competitive program, we strive to provide a space for inclusion and equity. Our classes also include cultural information about the dances to enhance the students’ connection with their and others cultures. Through dance we strive to provide a greater sense of resilience, poise, interpersonal connection, compassion, improved communication and self-confidence to every student.

Acting, dancing, teaching, and/or performing arts experience— plus a pleasant and vibrant personality — are essential. Some partner dancing experience is preferable but not mandatory. Memorizing and learning our syllabus is part of the training process. Comfort with traveling by NYC subway and bus is needed.  A flexible daytime schedule between the hours of 8AM and 5PM is a plus. 

We provide paid training. Upon the offer for Teaching Artist Assistant  we ask you to commit to a 3-4 month training period (part-time during school hours); the number of hours will be mutually agreed upon. We expect Teaching Artists and trainees to be punctual, high energy, charismatic and have the ability to work well with and inspire kids in 3rd – 9th grades. While flexibility in scheduling is available, (and a plus), you are required to commit to your assigned classes for the Residency Period (semester).

We’d love for you to join us in teaching schoolchildren the “basix” of Ballroom & Latin partner dancing non-competitively — with an emphasis on fun, good manners, caring, and acceptance. To apply and learn more about BALLROOM BASIX, please send your resume, and a brief cover letter to:

info@ballroombasix.org