ADAPTIdance Student Internship Application

ADAPTIdance DANCE INTERNSHIP Application

Fall 2023

Deadline to Apply- September 15

Do you have a heart for working with people with physical and developmental disabilities?

Kern Dance Alliance and the League of Dreams are seeking dance interns to assist with the 6-week ADAPTIdance program. Dance interns will support the ADAPTIdance staff and participants, assist with dance classes and choreography, program assessments, and will perform in the ADAPTIdance performance at the Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater on November 15, 2023.

ADAPTIdance dance interns are expected to have at least 3 years of formal dance training and experience in assisting dance classes. Community service hours and letters of recommendation are available to all dance interns.

Dance interns are expected to be available for the duration of the fall 2023 ADAPTIdance program.

All ADAPTIdance dance interns will attend an orientation and training session at the Dance Studio at Garces Memorial High School.

To apply, submit a completed application form (below- all fields are required), cover letter, resume, and one letter of recommendation.

ADAPTidance Dance Internship Information

KDA Mission

Kern Dance Alliance is a non-profit dance advocacy organization supporting and promoting dance in Kern County, Ca.

For more information, please visit www.kerndance.org

LoD Mission

The mission of the League of Dreams is to work towards fulfillment of our motto: “Every child should have the chance to play!” Therefore, our mission is to provide sports training, team camaraderie and competitive sporting opportunities for athletes with disabilities.

For more information, please visit www.ourleagueofdreams.com

Kern Dance Alliance Volunteer Handbook

Please review the KDA Volunteer Handbook for detailed information of volunteer roles, terms, and conditions. KDA VOLUNTEER HANDBOOK CLICK HERE

League of Dreams Volunteer Handbook

Please review the LoD Volunteer Handbook for detailed information of volunteer roles, terms, and conditions. LoD VOLUNTEER HANDBOOK CLICK HERE

Position

Under the supervision of the KDA Board of Directors and League of Dreams staff, this, approximately 10-30 hours internship, is a hands-on position that will be responsible for assisting across multiple program areas including dance class preparation, choreography development, and hands on assistance with ADAPTidance participants.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Supporting ADAPTidance program coordination
Contributing to program social media
Assisting in volunteer management and coordination
Writing a testimonial and program assessment at the culmination of the program

Preferred Qualifications:

Passion for dance and the arts in Kern County
ADAPTIdance dance interns are expected to have at least 3 years of formal dance training and experience in assisting dance classes.
Willingness to be used where most needed
Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a team-player

Compensation:

Internships are unpaid but are available for credit from the individual’s high school, college or university. ADAPTidance dance interns will receive a letter of recommendation upon request, and a great deal of hands-on experience.

ADAPTIdance Program Dates + Times:

Dates: Saturdays, September 30 - November 4, 2023

Times: 10:00-1:00 (does not include load in/load out times)

10:00 - 11:00- Class #1 (younger participants)

11:00 - 12:00- Class #2 (older participants)

12:00 - 1:00- Class #3 (participants with assistive devices)

2023 ADAPTIDANCE DATES + DEADLINES

Student Intern Applications Open: February 1, 2023
Student Intern Applications Deadline: September 15, 2023
Student Intern Mandatory Meeting: Saturday, September 23 at 10:00 am

Student Intern Mandatory Meeting:

Saturday, September 23 at 10:00 am- KDA Dance Studio at Garces Memorial High School

For more information contact info@kerndance.org

Name*

First NameLast Name

Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number

Birthdate*

E-mail*

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry

Preferred Language*

Dance Studio Affiliation (if you do not currently train at a dance studio, please type N/A)

Resume*

Cover Letter indicating why you would like to become an ADAPTIdance dance intern and what strengths you will bring to the program*

Letter of Recommendation #1*

T-Shirt Size*

Please tell us your ADAPTidance availability*

I am available for ADAPTIdance, Saturdays, September 30 -November 4, 2023 9:30 am -1:30 pmI am partially available for ADAPTIdance, Saturdays, September 30 - November 4, 2023 9:30 am - 1:30 pm (please indicate your availability below)

I am partially available for ADAPTIdance, Saturdays, September 30 - November 4, 9:30 am - 1:30 PM- my availability (dates/times) are listed here.

KDA AUDIO/VISUAL IMAGE RELEASE FORM

I grant permission to Kern Dance Alliance its employees and agents, to take and use visual/audio images of me. Visual/audio images are any type of recording, including photographs, digital images, drawings, renderings, voices, sounds, video recordings, audio clips or accompanying written descriptions. I agree that the KDA Photographer owns the images and all rights related to them but permits KDA license to use them. The images may be used by the Photographer and KDA in any manner or media without notifying me, such as web sites, publications, promotions, broadcasts, advertisements, posters and theater slides. I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished images or any printed or electronic matter that may be used with them.

I release the Photographer and KDA and its employees and agents, including any firm authorized to publish and/ or distribute a finished product containing the images, from any claims, damages or liability which I may ever have in connection with the taking of use of the images or printed material used with the images.

KDA GENERAL ASSUMPTION OF RISK & RELEASE OF LIABILITY

CAUTION: This is a release of legal rights. Read and understand it before signing it.

I understand and agree that by participating in a KDA Event there is a possibility of physical injury or death. I voluntarily agree, therefore, to assume all risks and responsibility for any such injury or accident, which might occur to me or my child during the KDA Event. I also exempt, release, and indemnify the Kern Dance Alliance, its staff, agents and/or volunteers from any and all liability claims, demands, or causes of action whatsoever from any damage, loss, injury, or death to me, my children, or property which may arise out of or in connection with participation in this event. I further hereby voluntarily agree to waive my rights and that of my heirs and assigns to hold the Kern Dance Alliance, its staff, agents and/or volunteers liable for such damage, loss, injury, or death. I understand that I should be aware of my physical limitations and agree not to exceed them.

I am at least 18 years of age and competent to sign this release. I have read this release before signing, I understand its contents, and I freely accept the terms. If I am signing this waiver for my children, I certify that I am the parent or legal guardian and have the right to waive these rights.

By checking the following I am agreeing that....*

I will attend the ADAPTIdance student intern mandatory meeting on September 23 at 10:00 amI am able to work as an ADAPTIdance student intern on Saturdays, September 30 - November 4I am available to perform in the ADAPTIdance final performance at the Fox Theater on November 15.I am willing and able to volunteer my time to the ADAPTidance programI have transportation to/from the ADAPTIdance programI have read and agree to the terms and conditions of the KDA and LoD Volunteer Handbook

Signature*

If under the age of 18, you must provide the signature of a parent/guardian.

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ADAPTIdance Student Intern Application

ADAPTidance Dance Internship Information