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Teaching Artist Aide

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/28/2025

Department Statement :

ASU Gammage is seeking innovative and creative part-time Teaching Artist Aides to support an afterschool elementary musical theatre program and provide professional development to teachers at Title I schools. The work location for this position is at one elementary school location in the metro Phoenix area and occasional meetings on the Tempe campus.

Disney Musicals in Schools is a free after-school program offered to a limited number of Title I elementary schools. Through the 17-week program. Disney Musicals in Schools Teaching Artists guide school team of teachers through the process of mounting a musical at their school. The goal is to provide the training necessary for teachers and schools to be able to continue a theatre program for years to come. In late February, the DMIS schools perform on the ASU Gammage stage in the Student Share Celebration. Teaching Artists will be employees of ASU Gammage not of the Walt Disney Company.

Please include answers to the following questions in your cover letter :

  • What is your general work schedule? Which afternoons might you be available Mon - Thu from 2 : 30 p.m. - 6 : 00 p.m. from September through March?
  • What acting, singing, or dancing experience do you have?
  • What teaching experience of 3rd-5th grade students do you have?

ASU Cultural Affairs is comprised of three units - ASU Gammage, ASU 365 Community Union and ASU Kerr. Through the mission of Connecting Communities™, ASU Cultural Affairs makes an impact across the Valley of the Sun through the arts, entertainment, education and events.

ASU Gammage has been a top cultural destination in the Valley for more than 50 years. The Frank Lloyd Wright designed performing arts center located on the Tempe campus of Arizona State University is one of the largest university-based presenters of performing arts in the world and top touring market for Broadway. Home to the Desert Financial Broadway Across America - Arizona and Beyond series, the mission of Connecting Communities™ goes beyond the stage and programs and impacts the community through shared experiences in the arts.

ASU Cultural Affairs is committed to providing a welcoming, equitable and respectful environment for all in order to realize our mission of Connecting Communities™ through the arts, entertainment, education and events. Our core values serve as a guide for daring engagement, respectful dialogue and cross- collaboration. Learn more about our commitment and values at https : / / www.asugammage.com / about / asu- cultural-affairs-core-values

To learn about ASU Gammage, visit : asugammage.com / about

To learn about the ASU Charter and goals, visit : president.asu.edu / asu-mission-goals

Job Profile :

Arts Programming Specialist 1 Non-Exempt

Job Family : Arts Programming

Time Type :

Max Pay - Depends on experience :

25.00 USD Hourly

Job Description : Essential Duties :

  • Attend DMIS Orientation and Teaching Artist Aide Training
  • Lead a 90-minute rehearsal at an assigned metro Phoenix school once per week for 17 weeks
  • Adequately prepare for each production meeting / rehearsal in accordance with DMIS expectations and appropriately adapt lessons to your assigned school's needs
  • Submit weekly reports to the DMIS Program Coordinator
  • Attend scheduled meetings with the DMIS Program Manager and Program Coordinator
  • Assist with assigned school's final performance in February or March 2026
  • Participate in Student Share showcase in late February 2026
  • Fulfill mandatory onboarding and annual ASU online training requirements
  • Mandatory Dates :
  • DMIS Orientation and Teaching Artist All-Day Training from September 5-6, 2025
  • Weekly commitment one afternoon a week (M-Th) at partner school from September 2025-March 2026
  • Disney Musicals in Schools Student Share at ASU Gammage in late February 2026
  • Desired Qualifications :

  • Possess strong skills and professional experience in musical theatre, including
  • choreography, directing, performance, and / or music direction
  • Experience teaching students in class or camp settings (musical theatre / music)
  • Experience participating or working on a play or musical with students
  • Demonstrate strong leadership or group management skills
  • Excellent collaborative skills and thrive in a group work setting
  • Strong time-management skills; be punctual and reliable
  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to student inclusion
  • Demonstrate respect for all students, teachers, teaching artists, and administrators participating in the program, and offer a superior level of professionalism, customer service, and positivity
  • Valid US Class D driver's license with reliable transportation to and from partner schools located in the metro Phoenix area
  • Ability to obtain, at our expense, a fingerprint clearance card
  • Working Environment :

  • Ability to push, pull and lift up to 25lbs.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time.
  • Proficient in public speaking.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Drive on university business and possess a valid US driver license upon employment.
  • Minimum Qualifications :

    Associate's degree and one (1) year of experience appropriate to the area of assignment / field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and / or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

    Driving Requirement :

    Driving is not required for this position.

    Location : Campus : Tempe

    Funding : No Federal Funding

    Instructions to Apply

    Current Employees and Students should apply directly within Workday using the Jobs Hub. Use this link and log in using SSO :

    https : / / www.myworkday.com / asu / d / inst / 1$9925 / 9925$1051.htmld

    To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments :

  • Cover letter
  • Resume / CV
  • Note : Multiple documents can be submitted into the attachment box. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission.

    Please include all employment information in month / year format (e.g., 6 / 88 to 8 / 94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position. Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position. NOTE : GA and Intern positions are counted as .5 for job experience (ie. 1 year equals 6 months experience equivalency). Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

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    ASU Statement

    Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

    ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https : / / wellness.asu.edu / explore-wellness / body / alcohol-and-drugs / tobacco

    Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

    Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

    In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https : / / www.asu.edu / police / PDFs / ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.

    Relocation Assistance - For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https : / / cfo.asu.edu / az-resources.

    Employment Verification Statement

    ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

    Background Check Statement

    ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

    Fingerprint Check Statement

    A fingerprint check is not required for this position.

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