Theater Faculty - Musical Theater

Straz Center for the Performing Arts • Tampa, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Straz Center for the Performing Arts is seeking practicing artists and theater educators with strong musical theater skills and a commitment to working with children, teens, adults, and educators. The role involves teaching one or several of the Patel Conservatory's musical theater classes for the fall semester.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge and expertise in musical theater and performance.
• Professional artist working within field of expertise within the last five years.
• Proficiency in teaching and performing in at least 2 of the following areas of musical theater: dance, acting, vocal.
• Knowledge and demonstrated practice of effective classroom management strategies to maintain a safe and effective learning environment.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Effective prioritization and multitasking skills.
• Collaborative decision making skills in a team environment.
• Availability to work afternoons and evenings depending on class schedule.
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Musical Theater or a related field.
• Applicable certification or significant training and/or performance experience.
• Completion of a Level 2 background screening through FLClearinghouse.

Responsibilities

• Prepares lesson plans and teaches classes and workshops as each session.
• Communicates with staff, parents, and students regarding growth and challenges.
• Provides program/student assessments.
• Adapt instructional methods to meet the needs of students with varying ages, abilities, learning styles and experience levels.
• Provides each student with an evaluation (either verbal or written) with specific feedback and recommended future course of study should they seek further interest.
• Other duties as assigned by Theater Department Chair.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and class documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level