STG Teaching Artist

Seattle Theatre Group; Washington; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in the arts seeks a passionate Teaching Artist to inspire and educate students across various disciplines. In this dynamic role, you will lead classes in dance, visual arts, and musical theatre, fostering creativity and collaboration among participants of all ages and abilities. Your commitment to racial equity and social justice will be key as you adapt curriculum and provide meaningful feedback to enhance programs. Join a vibrant community dedicated to making a positive impact through the arts and help shape the next generation of artists.

Qualifications

• Experience in arts education and various arts disciplines is essential.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct classes in dance, visual arts, and musical theatre.
• Adapt curriculum to meet diverse participants' needs.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Collaboration

Racial Equity and Social Justice Awareness

Education

Experience in Arts Education

21 years and over

Tools

Internet

Transportation

Job description

STG’s Teaching Artist will conduct classes in dance, visual arts, directing, musical theatre, theatre workshops and/or choreography. The Teaching Artist will be responsible for delivering content to students of various ages and disciplines. This position earns $75/hour teaching rate, and $25/hour for planning and lesson planning.

Responsibilities

• Experience in one or more areas of arts discipline for the following: musical theatre, dance, choreography, visual arts, vocal interpretation and/or character development.
• Dedication to racial equity and social justice work in the arts.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Experience working with participants of various ages/grade levels.
• Experience working with participants of various abilities.
• Ability to direct large groups of participants.
• Attend regularly scheduled meetings.
• Ability to adapt curriculum to meet participants’ needs.
• Provide support to participants during sessions.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, administrators, and co-teachers, when necessary.
• Have reliable tools (internet, transportation) to conduct sessions.
• Provide curriculum in a timely manner to Project Manager.
• Receptive to ongoing feedback and provide meaningful feedback to Project Manager with the goal of improving our programs.

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

• Experience in the arts and arts education.
• 21 years and over.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong organizational ability.
• Bonus: Ability to speak different languages, ASL.

Requirements

• Must pass background check.
• Adhere to STG Working with Minor Policies.

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

Seattle Theatre Group is an equal opportunity employer.