Teaching Artist

American Stage Company • St. Petersburg, FL

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About The Position

American Stage is seeking qualified artists to work with its Education and Engagement Department on a variety of programs. Teaching Artists collaborate with the Education & Engagement team to develop lesson plans, curriculum, and content aligned with American Stage’s mission to activate the empty space and highlight the voices of all peoples. They work with students of various ages and backgrounds to develop content to share with their community of peers and colleagues. Applicants may apply as lead instructors or teaching assistants. American Stage is especially interested in arts educators with experience in interdisciplinary arts instruction, social activism, playwriting or storytelling, and working with communities of varied backgrounds. The schedule is 4–8 hours per week, depending on availability and programming. Pay is $50 per hour for Lead Instructors and $30 per hour for Teaching Assistants.

Requirements

• Experience practicing and facilitating an artistic discipline, such as acting, music, or playwriting.
• Experience or interest in writing lesson plans and developing curriculum.
• Experience or interest in working with K–12 students, continued learning communities, or people in recovery or incarcerated communities.
• Passion for cultivating community through educational experiences for a variety of age groups and demographics.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in interdisciplinary arts instruction, social activism, playwriting or storytelling, and working with communities of various backgrounds.
• Bilingual Spanish/English speakers are especially encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the American Stage Education & Engagement team to develop lesson plans, curriculum, and content aligned with the organization’s mission.
• Work with students of various ages and backgrounds to develop content to share with their communities of peers and colleagues.
• Serve as a lead instructor or teaching assistant in education and engagement programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed