Minimum Qualifications for All Positions

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• 18 years or older, legally permitted to work in the United States
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and foster a strong community
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Willingness to work extended hours and manage heavy workloads

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or holding a BFA or BA degree
• Experience in Residence Life, Child Care, Student Leadership, Higher Education, or Student Affairs
• Administrative or customer service experience
• First Aid, CPR, or other medical training

Additional Required Skills

• Ability to professionally handle challenging situations with composure and impartiality
• Ability to interpret and enforce policies and procedures accurately and equitably
• Ability to demonstrate empathy, sensitivity, and fairness in all interactions with students, guardians and staff members
• Ability to follow and execute instructions provided by supervisors
• Ability to foster a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment for all participants
• Ability to handle sensitive information and situations with the utmost discretion and professionalism

Physical Requirements

• Ability to physically assist injured students, including lifting/supporting up to 50 lbs
• Ability to help students safely ascend or descend stairs during emergencies
• Ability to lift and move equipment such as bed frames, mattresses, ballet barres, office supplies, and rolls of Marley between studios

Your role will involve supporting students both administratively and within the residence life environment, ensuring their safety, well-being, and smooth transitions during rehearsals and performances. This includes physically assisting students when necessary, moving equipment between studios, and helping to create an encouraging, organized space.

Time Commitment

Schedule
The internship does not follow a traditional 9–5, Monday–Friday schedule. Duty shifts will take place any day of the week (Monday–Sunday), based on the studio class schedule and dormitory duties. RA/AAs should be prepared for morning, afternoon, and evening shifts.

Holidays, Breaks, and Vacation Periods
RA/AAs will be allowed to take days off when they are not scheduled to work at the studio, residence hall or at an event. If RA/AAs would like to travel or take consecutive days off, they will have to select their shifts accordingly.

Additionally, Joffrey Ballet School will remain open during holidays. RA/AAs will take turns working during these periods.

Meetings & Activities
RA/AAs must participate in all mandatory meetings, including housing and program orientations, staff meetings, and one-on-one sessions with supervisors. RA/AAs will also plan one residence life event per semester.

Payment

• Fixed Rate – $200 per week
• Housing & utilities
• Subway fare
• Complimentary Dance Classes & Studio Rental