Teaching Artist

National Children's Theatre; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

National Children's Theatre in Washington, DC seeks Teaching Artists for upcoming camps, classes, and performances. Artists work as independent contractors and are paid a stipend per program that includes planning and teaching hours at $30 per hour.

Ideal candidates bring at least two years of experience in theatre education with children and are committed to creating safe, inclusive spaces. Background checks are required before placement in any program.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience working with children in theatre education programming preferred.
• All Teaching Artists must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach theatre programs for camps and classes.
• Collaborate with project teams and ensure safe, inclusive spaces for youth.

Skills

Experience with children

Theatre education

Job description

National Children’s Theatre, a non-profit organization founded in 2025 to serve children, families, and schools in Capitol Hill and the greater DMV area with research-based theatre education programs, seeks Teaching Artists for upcoming camps, classes, and performance opportunities for ages 3-18.

Conservatory classes are currently held after school hours on Mondays, and on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Capitol Hill Presbyterian Church. Winter classes begin January 4, 2027. School program locations and hours vary. Summer Camp 2027 dates are July 12 through August 20, 2027. All programs have a minimum of two Teaching Artists.

Ideal candidates are aligned with National Children’s Theatre’s values: play is more than having fun, young people are capable, students deserve safe and inclusive spaces, theatre education matters, and our best inspires your best. Two years’ experience working with children in theatre education programming is preferred. Individuals with less experience who are strong collaborators and excited to contribute to a growing organization, and individuals from traditionally under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. All Teaching Artists must pass a background check.

Teaching Artists are independent contractors and paid a stipend per program that includes planning and teaching hours at $30 per hour.