Teaching Artist

Seattle Children's Theatre; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick and Safe Time

Pro-rated vacation and holiday pay

403(b) retirement plan

Discounted public transportation

Discount parking

Job summary

A leading children's theatre organization in Seattle seeks a Teaching Artist to deliver arts instruction to students aged 3.5–18. This part-time role requires experience in theatre education and classroom management, with responsibilities including curriculum development and mentorship. Candidates with diverse backgrounds and skills are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience teaching theatre education with youth.
• Ability to pass a full background check.
• Reliable mode of transportation for school residencies and workshops.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional teaching artistry for all assigned classes.
• Develops, writes, evaluates, and implements curriculum.
• Mentors interns and supports emerging professionals.

Skills

Classroom management

Theatre education expertise

Bilingual/multilingual communication

Cultural awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or 2 years experience

Job description

Overview

Position: Teaching Artist

Department: Education & Engagement

Reports to: Program Manager (Drama School/Engagement/Schools)

Classification: Seasonal, Part-time, Non-Exempt

Instructional Salary/Hour: $30.00 - $50.00

Non-Instructional Salary/Hour: $19.97

Position Summary

We are currently seeking Teaching Artists to support school-year camps and classes. We are considering applications on a rolling basis, and hiring as needed. Teaching Artists provide professional arts instruction for students ages 3.5 – 18 and receive teaching assignments within a wide variety of programming that SCT provides, including workshops and residencies in schools and community centers as well as classes and camps at the theatre or a partnership location. Teaching artists should have experience in developing and executing theatre education curriculum (acting, musical theatre, movement/dance, improv, physical comedy, stage makeup, creative drama), classroom management skills, and have reliable transportation. Teaching Artists receive class assignments on a rolling basis through our Drama School, Engagement, and School programs dependent on expertise, demand, availability and program schedule. Teaching Artists may be asked to provide mentorship and support for our emerging professionals, which include interns, classroom assistants, apprentice and fellows.

About SCT

Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT) has served more than 4 million children through professional theatre and arts education in the Puget Sound region and beyond. SCT is committed to diversity and inclusivity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.

Data shows that women and BIPOC candidates are less likely to apply if they do not meet all listed qualifications. Our job descriptions are general overviews, not a mandatory, comprehensive list. If you meet some of the experience and qualifications and share SCT’s values, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides culturally responsive instruction for students
• Provides professional teaching artistry for all assigned classes, camps, workshops, and/or residencies
• Uses positive classroom management techniques for all students
• Develops, writes, evaluates, and implements curriculum on behalf of SCT programs
• Prepares classroom and materials prior to the start of class or workshop
• Collaborates and communicates with other teaching artists and educators
• Communicates and builds rapport with students, guardians, staff, teachers, and stakeholders
• Maintains accurate records as required, including attendance and student medical and emergency information
• Represents education programs at SCT and in the larger community
• Mentors interns, classroom assistants, apprentices, and fellows
• Attends professional development opportunities
• Attends faculty and orientation meetings
• Collaborates with program manager(s)
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or a minimum of two years of work experience in related field
• Minimum of one-year experience teaching theatre education with youth
• Preferred candidates with experience working with all ages or interest in learning
• Strong classroom management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to cultural awareness in the classroom is highly valued
• Bilingual or multilingual communication skills are highly valued
• Instructional knowledge for students with physical and developmental disabilities is highly valued
• Ability to pass a full background check
• Reliable mode of transportation for school residencies and workshops
• Must be available for orientation and training

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• SCT is a fast-paced, non-profit environment
• Dog-friendly workplace and can support service animals in-space
• Studio and classroom spaces are accessed via stairways; Elevators are available
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs
• Must have access to reliable transportation
• Pre-employment clearances/background checks will be conducted and reevaluated every 3rd year of employment

Salary & Schedule

This is a part-time, non-exempt position. Teaching Artists receive two hourly wage types. Instructional Hours (active teaching time) range from $30 - $50 per hour and are scaled to candidate’s experience. Non-instructional (prep) time is compensated at hourly minimum wage. Hours vary depending on assignment. Mostly Monday – Friday schedule, with some Saturday programming.

Compensation Policy

To strengthen structural pay equity, SCT practices negotiation-free salary processes with all current and potential staff members. Positions are graded in accordance with the scope and range of “Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Qualifications” listed in the job description. Salary range for grade levels are determined by market via third-party compensation study.

Benefits

• Part-time employees accrue PSST based on the City of Seattle “Paid Sick and Safe Time” ordinance and may use and carry over 52 hours if PSST per fiscal year
• Part-time employees are eligible for prorated accruals of paid vacation after two years’ service
• Part-time employees are eligible for prorated holiday pay if the employee works the week that the holiday falls
• SCT offers the option to purchase additional insurance coverage through AFLAC
• Full-Time Seasonal employees are eligible for holiday pay if they work the week that the holiday falls
• SCT offers a 403(b) plan to save a portion of earnings on a pre-tax basis
• SCT offers discount parking through Seattle Center
• SCT offers discounted public transportation enrollment through ORCA Passport