STG AileyCamp Teaching Artist

Seattle Theatre Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Seattle Theatre Group seeks a passionate STG AileyCamp Teaching Artist for a part-time role. The ideal candidate will empower middle school campers through dance education while demonstrating strong classroom management and collaboration skills. This temporary position is vital during the summer camp session.

Qualifications

• Experience in arts education, especially with middle schoolers.
• Ability to choreograph age-appropriate dance pieces.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend daily classes and activities with campers.
• Create class content for the camp duration.
• Support and evaluate student progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Choreography

Communication

Dedication to racial equity

Education

8+ years in teaching artistry

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Description

Through guidance, patience and clarity, the AileyCamp Teaching Artist teaches and empowers campers to be the best they can be in their participation at STG AileyCamp. They are passionate, committed, and motivated about their job and can reach out to campers and create relationships of mutual trust. They know how to organize their daily responsibilities and make learning a meaningful process. They support the campers with their focus, motivation, and learning in class. They are a dedicated ally in the campers’ process of learning and development. This temporary, part-time position reports to STG AileyCamp Director & Associate Director of Education and earns $75/hour teaching rate; $25/hour planning rate, $25/hour support staff rate (when not teaching), $25/hour staff orientation rate

Job Details

Description

Through guidance, patience and clarity, the AileyCamp Teaching Artist teaches and empowers campers to be the best they can be in their participation at STG AileyCamp. They are passionate, committed, and motivated about their job and can reach out to campers and create relationships of mutual trust. They know how to organize their daily responsibilities and make learning a meaningful process. They support the campers with their focus, motivation, and learning in class. They are a dedicated ally in the campers’ process of learning and development. This temporary, part-time position reports to STG AileyCamp Director & Associate Director of Education and earns $75/hour teaching rate; $25/hour planning rate, $25/hour support staff rate (when not teaching), $25/hour staff orientation rate

Specific Training/Teaching Experience in the following dance styles: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Horton/Modern, Percussionist

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Attend all daily classes and activities with assigned group, Monday - Friday, 8:00AM. - 3:30PM from June 25th through August 1st, 2025.
• Attend Mandatory AileyCamp Staff Orientation on June 23rd & 24th from 10AM – 3:00PM.
• Create class content for the five weeks of camp.
• Provide the AileyCamp Manager with a copy of the class two months before camp starts.
• Choreograph for the final camp presentation in consultation with the AileyCamp Manager, Ailey Camp Administrator, and other faculty.
• Provide onsite support to STG, AC Manager and administrator when not teaching which includes but not limited to:
• Setup/cleanup of classroom spaces
• Supporting the distribution of snacks and lunches each day
• Supporting the distribution of classroom materials, attire and AC gear
• Supporting/assisting other faculty in classes as needed
• Assist with planning and executing camp related events
• Assist with tasks in preparation for the final performance
• Participate in free periods, on Fun Fridays, and general supervision of campers during classes, free periods, breaks and lunches, field trips or events
• Participate in all rehearsal, preparation, and final share activities to support artistic staff.
• Participate in scheduled staff meetings and individual meetings with the AileyCamp Manager.
• Provide the AileyCamp Manager with a written evaluation of student’s progress at the beginning of camp and at the end.
• Experience in age-appropriate choreography
• Dedication to racial equity and social justice work in the arts
• Strong classroom management skills
• Experience working with students of middle school ages 11-14.
• Ability to adapt curriculum to meet campers and alumni needs
• Provide support to campers during classes
• Collaborate with other AileyCamp teachers when necessary
• Receptive to ongoing feedback and provide meaningful feedback to AileyCamp Manager and STG with the goal of improving AileyCamp
• Dress in the AileyCamp staff uniform and in a neat and clean manner ensuring clothing and/or costumes do not contain inappropriate references for children (alcohol, drugs, profanity, etc.).
  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

• Experience in the arts and arts education with specifically middle school.
• Experience choreographing dance pieces that are age appropriate for youth
• Experience working with live music in the class setting
• Experience in teaching artistry field 8+ years in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Horton/Modern
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong organizational ability
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
  
  

Requirements

• Must pass background check _ (not required for virtual programming)
• Adhere to STG Minor Policy
  
  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Seattle Theatre Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Performing Arts

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