Helper program

At the beginning of each dance year, the Northeast School of Dance staff will seek assistance from those students who made it known that he/she is interested in becoming a helper.  If a teacher asks a student to be a helper, it will be required that the student sign a helper contract which follows requirements noted below.

» Age:  13-over  (13 before 8/1/06)

» Must be willing to help at least 3 hours per week.

» If you are sick and cannot be in attendance, call the TEACHER AND STUDIO.  Remember that all of the teachers have other jobs.  Do not let them down by not showing up.  Get a substitute.

» Must like students of all ages.

» Must be willing to learn all of the dances.

» Must do warm-ups and technique with each class.

» Must be able to take constructive criticism from the teacher.

» Must be willing to let the teacher lead and you follow.  Do NOT correct students unless you are asked to by the teacher.  Stay positive.

» Come to class dressed appropriately with leotard on, tights on, shoes on and hair out of your face.  As a helper, you should follow the dress code set forth for the ballet program, in all classes.

» Remember you are setting an example for the younger students.  Be cheerful - leaving whatever has happened that day for later discussion.

» Do NOT interrupt the teacher or have him/her stop the class because you are talking or not paying attention to what is going on in class.

» Our program needs good helpers and you are all important to the other students and teachers.

» All helpers who have participated in the helper program for ALL FOUR YEARS OF HIGH SCHOOL, and have put in at least 3 hours per week during that time, may do a SENIOR SOLO.

» Seniors who have done all of the above will be paid for their helping hours their senior year.