Teaching Artist for Kiddos Ages 6-12

THEATRE PHILADELPHIA; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Philadelphia Children's Theater seeks a Teaching Artist for an 8-week fall program. Classes run Saturdays from Sep 26 through Nov 14 at SideQuest Theater, 2030 Sansom St. We need someone available for all sessions; curriculum is provided, with room for personal ideas.

Daily schedule runs 9:30 arrivals, 10:00-10:50 class 1 (ages 6-9), 11:00-12:10 class 2 (ages 9-12), 12:30 wrap. Participants will create and perform a short original play; families attend final show.

Qualifications

• Must be available for all eight sessions on Saturdays.
• Curriculum provided; may bring games and ideas to the program.
• Experience with theater or youth education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead two classes per session for ages 6-9 and 9-12.
• Facilitate activities and help students develop a short original play.
• Prepare materials and support the final performance for families.

Job description

Philadelphia Children's Theater is seeking a Teaching Artist for classes this fall.

This 8-week session of classes run on Saturdays from September 26 through November 14, and takes place at SideQuest Theater at 2030 Sansom St. We are looking for a TA who is available for every session. Curriculum will be provided, but our TA will be welcome to bring their own games and ideas to the development of this program.

Daily schedule runs as follows:

9:30 - arrival time, prep

10:00 - 10:50 - class 1 for kids ages 6-9

11:00 - 12:10 - class 2 for kids ages 9-12

12:30 - end of day

Over the course of eight sessions, participants will embark on an adventure to create and perform a short original play. Students will develop creative skills, grow their talents, and build confidence as they create characters and work together to put on a show. Families are welcome to join us for a final performance on the last day of classes to see their kiddos shine!

$90/day for 3 hrs/day plus an orientation at $30/hr