The ND&MA Teacher Assistant (TA) program is a mentorship program for dancers who wish to become leaders in the school and/or future dance teachers. Some of the benefits include:

• TAs will be given the opportunity to learn from and be mentored by a ND&MA staff.
• ND&MA teachers will pass on their expertise, passion for dance, and wisdom to TAs.
• TAs will learn the ND&MA syllabus and revisit technique learned at a younger age to review the content.
• TAs will gain knowledge of the teacher’s perspectives and learn how to approach teaching various ages, levels, and styles.
• Dance technique, class pace, class management, philosophies, values, and culture of ND&MA will be passed on to TAs.
• TAs will learn responsibility, leadership skills, and gain respect from other dancers.
• TA names will be listed in the May Recital Program.
• TAs will receive quarterly leadership training with ND&MA Staff.

Prerequisites:

• TA must be in Level 2B or higher in the style they are assisting.
• TA assisting Leap N Learn must be in Mini level or higher.
• TA must assist the same class every week and call in advance if you will be late or absent.
• TA must be a shining example of ALL ND&MA GUIDELINES AND POLICIES.
• TA must wear ND&MA dress code at all times.
• TA must attend quarterly Teacher Assistant meetings at ND&MA.

Teacher Assistant Application

For consideration into the Teacher Assistant Program, please fill out this form and return it to the ND&MA customer care desk by Saturday, June 28, 2025. First Teacher Assistant Class Placement Meeting is on Friday, July 11, 2025. Please note that filling out the Teacher Assistant application does not guarantee a position. Not all positions will last all year.

Complete and submit your TA application online.

Print out TA application and turn in to the Customer Care desk.