Education Specialist
Lonneke van Leth Dans is The Hague’s premier youth dance company. We connect with young audiences by incorporating important social themes into narrative dance performances. Whether the subject is personal struggle, social injustice, or complex human relationships, the emotions are conveyed powerfully yet accessibly on stage. Our performances make these topics open for discussion.
After watching a powerful performance, our dancers guide the students through a discussion to help them make sense of what they have seen. Students then discover the power of “modern” dance and physical expression by getting hands-on in interactive workshops.
We visit and collaborate with all types of schools—from elementary and vocational schools to special education and secondary schools—in the Haaglanden region and throughout the country. We visit schools to present performances, workshops, and educational programs. Our studio is located at Bink36 in The Hague.
What will you be doing?
The education coordinator oversees various educational projects within the company. You will develop educational policies and strategies in consultation with management. You will be responsible for the educational component of grant applications. In addition, you will work with the team of dance instructors to develop lesson plans and (digital) teaching materials. You will maintain frequent contact with schools, students, and other cultural institutions.
Would you like to join our great team?
Are you:
- Are you enthusiastic, creative, and a team player?
- Flexible, responsible, a self-starter, and strong organizational skills?
- Someone with a relevant associate's degree?
- Do you live in the The Hague/Rotterdam area?
- Are you self-employed, or are you open to the idea of becoming self-employed?
Do you have:
- Are you interested in dance and cultural education?
- Do you have experience as an education specialist at a cultural institution?
- Do you have experience developing teaching materials and curricula?
- the ability to work both independently and as part of a team?
- Do you have an eye for detail and are you fluent in Dutch?
Then we're looking for you!
We offer:
- A great place to work with a close-knit team, where you’ll definitely have opportunities for growth.
- a place where you get a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process.
- a place where cultural diversity and inclusion are a given.
- Work for 2 to 2.5 days per week: (ideally) starting February 1, 2025.
- a reasonable daily rate for self-employed professionals.
Lonneke van Leth Dans strives to be a broad reflection of The Hague’s society in every respect. Our audience and program are highly diverse. Our staff is less diverse, and we are eager to make progress in this area!
Interested in applying?
Please submit a cover letterby January 20, 2025—one that you feel is appropriate or that you feel most comfortable with. A resume is always required.
Please send your cover letter tozakelijk@lonnekevanleth.nlor text06-28352309. If you have any questions, please email or call us starting January 6, 2025.
