Teaching Artist

Seattle Rep; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Seattle Rep is seeking Teaching Artists to lead Young Rep (ages 13-20) and Rep Pro (adults 18+) programs. Appointments are made on rolling basis and depend on need and availability. This is a contract, hourly role not staff.

Responsibilities include curriculum development, tailoring instruction for diverse learners, and collaborating with staff to deliver program goals at Seattle Center locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or at least one year of relevant field experience teaching Theatre Education.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Reliable transportation to Seattle Center.
• Proficiency in email communication.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement curriculum for students aged 13-20 (Young Rep) or adult students (Rep Pro).
• Support program goals by tailoring instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with fellow teaching artists, education support people, and program staff.
• Build and maintain positive rapport with students.
• Collaborate with Education & Community Programs department staff to support program delivery and alignment.
• Contribute positively to organization’s culture and values.

Skills

Teaching theatre

Youth engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree or 1 year relevant field experience teaching Theatre Education

Job description

Department/Team: Education & Community Programs

Position Reports To: Deanna Martinez, Education & Community Programs Director

Work Location: 155 Mercer St / various locations (in-person)

FLSA Classification: Contract/Hourly

Pay Range: $50/hour for teaching time, $24/hour for prep time. Payment may vary depending on contract

Application Deadline: June 12th at midnight for priority consideration; applications accepting on a rolling basis

ABOUT US

Founded in 1963 and recipient of the 1990 Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theatre, Seattle Rep remains one of the country’s leading not-for-profit regional theaters. Bold stories, brilliant artists, and passionate audiences come together to shape each season at Seattle Rep, which includes everything from new play workshops to world premieres, celebrated classics, and recent Broadway hits. Over the decades, we’ve launched landmark productions, provided training opportunities to generations of youth and emerging theater practitioners, and built programs that expand access to theater for audiences of all ages from across our diverse community.

We are powered by a year-round staff of professionals who are passionate about making theater that matters, and we believe that their best work happens when everyone feels seen and valued. This culture is fully reflected in our:

Mission

Seattle Rep collaborates with extraordinary artists to create productions and programs that reflect and elevate the diverse cultures, perspectives, and life experiences of our region.

Vision

Theater at the heart of public life

Values

Artistic Vitality, Sustainability, Generous and Inclusive Practices

ABOUT THE POSITION

Seattle Rep is seeking Teaching Artists to lead Young Rep (students aged 13-20) and Rep Pro (students 18+) classes. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and candidates are reviewed and offered assignments as program needs arise. Assignments offers are dependent on program demand, scheduling needs, individual expertise, and availability.

This is a contract position and not considered staff.

Typical Duties Include:

Develop and implement curriculum for students aged 13-20 (Young Rep) or adult students (Rep Pro)

Support program goals by tailoring instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners

Collaborate and communicate effectively with fellow teaching artists, education support people, and program staff

Build and maintain positive rapport with students

Collaborate with Education & Community Programs department staff to support program delivery and alignment

Organizational Culture & Equity

Contribute positively organization’s culture, embodying Seattle Rep’s mission, vision, and values.

Foster community amongst students

Minimum Qualifications:

• Commitment to cultivating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace via decisive action including consistently seeking out opportunities for self and community improvement in the areas of racial equity, accessibility, gender inclusivity, and cultural sensitivity.

Bachelor's Degree or at least one year of relevant field experience teaching Theatre Education

In depth knowledge of areas of theatre and the ability to teach effectively

Ability to pass a background check

Reliable transportation to get to Seattle Center

Proficiency in email communication

Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills

Desired Qualifications:

Experience teaching students aged 13-20 and/or adult students

Experience working in the Seattle theatre community and/or theatre communities in other locations

CPR/First Aid certification

Seattle Rep is excited about and actively working towards becoming a more diverse, anti‑racist organization. We are interested in attracting, developing, and advancing the most talented individuals regardless of their race, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, disability status or any other dimension of diversity. We strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and others from marginalized or underrepresented groups to apply.

Every candidate brings something special to the table. If your experience and skills don't perfectly align with the job qualifications but you are excited about the role, feel your values align well with the Rep, and are willing to strive for excellence in your work, please apply. We will train the right candidate.

PLEASE NOTE

Teaching occurs at or near Seattle Rep (155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109)

Teaching Artists are required to get to and from Seattle Rep independently. Parking passes for Mercer Street Garage are available for purchase

Teaching Artists will be offered assignments on a case‑by‑case basis and will always have the opportunity to accept or reject assignments

Most classes occur on the same day of the week if they repeat, Teaching Artists may be offered classes of different lengths (for example: one‑time classes, multi‑week classes, substitute teaching opportunities)

At Seattle Rep, we are committed to finding the right fit for our team through a personalized, human‑centered review process. Members of this position’s application/resume review team will carefully evaluate your materials.

Applications will be reviewed until role is filled.

Workplace accessibility and accommodations can be discussed with HR once an offer of employment has been extended.