Teaching Artist - Performing Arts
About The Position
Greenwich House Music School provides dynamic arts education to public schools in downtown Manhattan. We are looking to bring on two (2) teaching artists to work in after-school settings throughout the 2026-27 school year in one to three schools. We are seeking teaching artists with a variety of performing arts experience (a big toolbox!) to lead after-school classes in public school settings, with different ages and educational goals. Musical theatre, theatre, improve, dance/movement, and music/songwriting are all potential classes we would like to offer our students. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about people and wants to be part of a mission-driven organization making a lasting impact in New York City.
Requirements
- Degree in performing arts or applied theater or three years of experience teaching performing arts to school aged children.
- Demonstrated experience writing and implementing lesson plans using a participant centered approach.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Professional integrity and a strong sense of moral and ethical standards.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in Spanish a plus.
- A standout candidate would feel confident leading a class of theater games or music and dance for younger students as well as teaching improv or musical theatre to older students.
- They would be able to lead a class that balances structure and creative choice, with tangible learning goals while also allowing students to have fun with each other as they play out their ideas.
Responsibilities
- Create an inclusive and safe space in a class of 8-20 students. An afterschool staff member will be present to assist.
- Design and implement lesson plans and be able to adjust and adapt as needed to meet students where they are at.
- Attend meetings with Theater Coordinator, give and receive feedback on program.
- Exude a positive attitude, share ideas for innovation and collaboration and be open to ideas from school and/or Theater Coordinator.
- Keep Theater Coordinator informed of progress and problems
- Prepare a short performance with students to share at the end of the term (as appropriate).
- Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned by Theater Coordinator.
- Manage planned or unplanned absences in a manner that helps Greenwich House ensure programming coverage to meet the students’ needs.
- The successful candidate interacts with all levels of personnel, customers and clients of Greenwich House and maintains cordial business relationships with the agency’s other programs.
- Before working in a school setting, the candidate will complete paperwork needed for a criminal background check and attend a fingerprinting appointment to verify there is no history of child abuse or maltreatment.
Benefits
- medical/dental/vision insurance
- 403(b) plan
- generous paid time off
- other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents
- exclusive perks and discounts for Greenwich House programs and services, including classes, lessons, and events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
