Teaching Artist

SCT is committed to equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion in all areas of our work. We encourage applicants of all races, ethnicities, religions, gender identities and expressions, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, and backgrounds to apply. We value nontraditional career paths and transferable skills.

Position: Teaching Artist

Department: Education & Engagement

Reports to: School Partnerships and Programs Manager, Engagement Programs Manager, ADC Youth Programs Manager, Adrienne Dillard-Coons Director of Education & Engagement

Classification: Casual, Non-Exempt

Instructional Compensation: $30 - $50

Non-Instructional Compensation: $21.30

Application Review Begins: Applications accepted on rolling base, however candidates are reviewed as positions become available.

Seattle Children’s Theatre is seeking Teaching Artists to support school-year classes and camps across our education and engagement programs. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and candidates are reviewed and hired as program needs arise. Teaching Artists provide professional theatre instruction for students ages 3.5‑18 and receive teaching assignments across a variety of programming, including classes and camps at the theatre or partner locations, as well as workshops and residencies in schools and community centers.

Teaching Artists are expected to develop and facilitate engaging, age‑appropriate theatre education curriculum and demonstrate strong classroom management skills. Areas of instruction may include acting, musical theatre, movement and dance, improvisation, physical comedy, stage makeup, and creative drama. Assignments are offered on a rolling basis through Seattle Children’s Theatre’s Drama School, Engagement Programs, and School Partnerships & Programs, and are dependent on program demand, scheduling needs, individual expertise, and availability.

Teaching Artists may also be asked to provide mentorship and support for emerging professionals, including interns, classroom assistants, apprentices, and fellows.

• Provide culturally responsive, age‑appropriate theatre instruction for students ages 3.5‑18.
• Deliver professional teaching artistry for all assigned classes, camps, workshops, and/or residencies.
• Utilize positive and developmentally appropriate classroom management techniques to support student learning and safety.
• Prepare classrooms and instructional materials prior to the start of classes, camps, workshops, or residencies.

• Develop, adapt, implement, and evaluate curriculum in alignment with Seattle Children’s Theatre education programs.
• Support program goals by tailoring instruction to meet the needs of diverse learning environments and student populations.

• Collaborate and communicate effectively with fellow Teaching Artists, educators, and program staff.
• Build and maintain positive rapport with students, guardians, teachers, school partners, and community stakeholders.
• Collaborate with program manager(s) to support program delivery and alignment.

• Maintain accurate and timely records as required, including attendance and student medical or emergency information.
• Attend required faculty meetings, orientations, and professional development opportunities.
• Represent Seattle Children’s Theatre education programs professionally at SCT and in the broader community.

• Provide mentorship and support to emerging professionals, including interns, teaching assistants, apprentices, and fellows, as assigned.

• Actively participate in equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion (EDAI) initiatives, including staff meetings and training.
• Contribute positively to the organization’s culture, embodying SCT’s mission, vision, and values.
• Adapt to evolving departmental needs by supporting additional projects or programs as required.

• Bachelor’s Degree or at least one year of relevant field experience teaching Theatre Education.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Ability to pass a background check.
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