Teaching Assistant - Seasonal

Position Summary

The Teaching Assistant serves as instructional class support for students ages 3.5
-18 within a wide variety of arts and applied theatre programming that SCT provides, including workshops and residencies in schools and community centers as well as classes and camps at the theatre. The Teaching Assistant receives specific program assignments on a rolling basis through our Drama School, Engagement, and School programs dependent on expertise, demand, availability, and program schedule. As SCT’s Education & Engagement Department expands its reach, we are particularly interested in Teaching Assistants with bilingual and/or multilingual skills who can support curriculum for students from non-English speaking homes and backgrounds.

Since its inception in 1975, the 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. Seattle Children’s Theatre Mission Statement:
To provide children of all ages with access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education. We are at a key evolutionary moment in our history, and are looking to collaborate with people who are attracted by the opportunity to contribute to the future of theatre for young audiences. At SCT we value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.

We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify 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 more frequently do not apply to a job because they don’t feel that they meet all of the qualifications listed. Our job descriptions are general overviews, not a mandatory, comprehensive list. If you meet some of the experience and desired qualifications, and you share SCT’s values and support our mission, we encourage you to apply.

As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we are invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

• Assists in providing culturally responsive instruction for students
• Collaborates with Teaching Artists to provide professional teaching artistry for all assigned classes, camps, workshops, and/or residencies
• Utilizes positive classroom management techniques for all students
• Aids in the development, writing, evaluation and implementation of curriculum on behalf of SCT Programs
• Assists in the preparation of the classroom and materials prior to the start of class or workshops
• Occasionally leads class
• Collaborates and communicates with other teaching artists and educators
• Communicates and builds a relationship of trust with students, guardians, staff, teachers, and stakeholders
• Helps maintain accurate records as required, including attendance and student medical and emergency information
• Represents education programs at SCT and in the larger community
• Attends professional development opportunities
• Attends faculty and orientation meetings
• Collaborates with program manager(s)
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree or a minimum of one year of work experience in related field.
• Dedication to theatre education and/or theatre for young audiences.
• Commitment to social justice work and interest in public health.
• Familiarity with using Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, and Zoom.
• Strong communication, organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and direct multiple tasks concurrently and provide follow through.
• Highly organized, strong attention to detail.
• Growth mindset, encourages and responds to feedback around instruction.
• Customer service with special attention on patience with young people
• Must be an independent thinker and doer while being a collaborative and effective team player.

The physical demands described here are…