Drama Instructor

CultureBrew.Art; Richmond; On-site; CAD 4,822,000 - 5,510,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Richmond (Arts Services) is seeking a Contract Drama and Performing Arts Instructor for the Richmond Cultural Centre. You will plan and deliver drama and musical theatre classes in a friendly, inclusive environment.

The role requires a post-secondary degree or diploma in Theatre/Performing Arts with strong lesson-planning and classroom-management skills. A Police Information Check is mandatory. Fall 2026 scheduling with potential for more hours.

Qualifications

• Post secondary degree or diploma in Theatre, Dance, Performing Arts or equivalent education/teaching experience.
• Proven ability to develop lesson plans, manage a classroom and deliver programs.
• Experience in a cooperative, shared studio space.
• Excellent supervisory and organizational skills.
• Must successfully clear a Police Information Check.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate drama and musical theatre classes that are developmentally appropriate and accessible.
• Provide a safe, positive, well-managed learning environment.
• Instruct lessons for all ages and abilities.
• Communicate with parents, participants and staff in a respectful manner.
• Maintain safety of participants in the classes.
• Ensure classroom administration procedures are followed.
• Ensure set-up, take down and maintenance of program space.
• Uphold the Arts Program’s reputation for high-quality arts education.

Skills

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Communication

Safety awareness

Interpersonal skills

Education

Theatre/Performing Arts degree

Job description

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Drama Instructor

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Company/Organization/Producer Name

City of Richmond (Arts Services)

Submission Deadline or Event End Date: August 17, 2026

Location Category: British Columbia

Location Notes: Richmond Cultural Centre

Description

CONTRACT DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS INSTRUCTOR
for Arts Programs at the Richmond Cultural Centre

Duties/Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate developmentally appropriate drama, and musical theatre classes that are inspiring, accessible and adaptable to a range of participants in a group setting
• Provide a safe, positive and well-managed learning environment
• Instruct lessons for all ages and abilities
• Communicate with parents, participants and staff in an effective and respectful manner
• Maintain the safety of the participants in the classes
• Ensure classroom administration procedures are followed
• Ensure appropriate set-up, take down and maintenance of program space
• Contribute to and uphold the Arts Program’s reputation for consistent high-quality arts education

Required Qualifications

• Post secondary degree or diploma in Theatre, Dance, Performing Arts, Musical Theatre and/or an equivalent combination of education and teaching experience within an arts education setting
• Proven ability to develop lessons plans, manage a classroom and deliver programs
• Experience and understanding of a cooperative, shared studio space
• Excellent supervisory and organizational skills
• Must successfully clear a Police Information Check

HOURS OF WORK AND REMUNERATION

Classes scheduled based on instructor and facility availability.

Fall 2026 season programming with opportunities for additional hours.

2026/27 Artist Instructor rates $35-40 per hour based on qualifications.

Rate of Compensation: $35 to $40 per hour range based on experience

Contact Name: Amanda Lye

Contact Email Address: [e-mail]

Opportunity Type: Job Position

Priority Groups: Open to all