Teaching Artist Mentor: Dance, Music & Arts Integration

Auditorium Theatre; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Auditorium Theatre seeks Teaching Artist Mentors to engage K-12 students in Dance or Music within ArtsXChange programs in Chicago area schools. This independent contractor role focuses on developing arts-infused units with classroom teachers, aligning lessons to matinee performances, and building strong school relationships.

Responsibilities include creating 60-minute lesson plans, mentoring teachers, coordinating with the Director of Creative Engagement and Education, and participating in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Experience as an artist in the performing arts.
• Experience creating and developing lesson plans.
• Mentorship and leadership skills.
• Comfortable speaking in front of groups.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Teach students Theatre, Dance or Music fundamentals using a hands-on and interactive approach.
• Build 60-minute lesson plans that connect to The Auditorium Student Matinee Series performances.
• Engage with students to encourage their creativity, spark curiosity, and build ensemble.
• Communicate effectively with classroom teacher and The Auditorium’s Director of Creative Engagement and Education.
• Build rapport with school administrative staff.
• Mentor classroom teacher during one-on-one planning and reflections sessions.
• Encourage classroom teacher to lead arts-based activities.
• Attend three Auditorium Student Matinee performances.
• Follow all classroom and school protocols.
• Be an ambassador for The Auditorium and its Creative Engagement Programs.

Skills

Theatre

Dance

Music

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Communication

Mentorship

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Auditorium Theatre seeks Teaching Artist Mentors to engage K-12 students in Dance or Music within ArtsXChange programs in Chicago area schools. This independent contractor role focuses on developing arts-infused units with classroom teachers, aligning lessons to matinee performances, and building strong school relationships.

Responsibilities include creating 60-minute lesson plans, mentoring teachers, coordinating with the Director of Creative Engagement and Education, and participating in