What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-time Teaching Artist position at I Can Do That Performing Arts Center?
Job Summary:
We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced Theatre Teaching Artist dedicated to inspiring
students of all backgrounds and abilities. This individual will have a deep commitment to youth
education in the arts and bring experience in theatre, dance, or music education. This role is ideal for a teaching artist who excels in classroom management, values inclusivity, and thrives in a team-oriented environment. Teaching artists will also lead classes, workshops, and camps, fostering a supportive environment for students and families alike. This role requires approximately 25 hours of teaching per week, with additional time allocated to planning, realization of technical theatre elements for productions, and administrative responsibilities. Teaching schedules range but our programming runs typically 10am-9pm, Monday through Saturday. Specific schedules are set three months before programming begins and will remain consistent throughout the session.
This position will guide students through skill-building activities that foster a love for creative expression and personal growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead Instruction for Classes (65% of time in-office)
- Design and lead weekly classes for ages 4-18, focusing on foundational theatre skills, confidence, and self-expression.
- Develop, document, and implement engaging lesson plans that encourage creative play and teamwork while catering to varying experience levels.
- Serve as the lead coordinator for all program activities, managing schedules and materials to ensure classes run smoothly.
- Facilitate a welcoming, positive learning environment where students feel valued, confident, and inspired.
- Direct students through the process of rehearsing and presenting a final showcase or performance, emphasizing the skills they gain throughout the class and/or productions.
- Organize seasonal camps and workshops, particularly during school breaks, while expanding curriculum offerings based on student and parent feedback.
- Production Technical Requirements (25% of time in-office)
- Work with co-teachers and ICDT! staff to establish, create, and guide all technical needs for productions including sound, lights, sets, props, and acting as stage management or runcrew for performances.
- Attend weekly production meetings to communicate needs. Ensure personal calendar is conducive to tech week and performance timeframes.
- Administrative Responsibilities (5% of time in-office)
- Act as the primary contact for parents, responding to inquiries and providing clear and timely communication on program updates, expectations, and student progress.
- Maintain accurate class schedules and attendance records in ICDT!’s system, coordinating with administrative staff to streamline registration and data tracking as needed.
- Additional Duties (5% of time in-office)
- Participate in all relevant staff meetings, including one training meeting prior to each semester.
- Attend ICDT! performances as part of community engagement, with occasional support at these events as needed.
- Represent the program at community events and maintain strong relationships with families, schools, and arts organizations to build awareness and support.
- Contribute to creating and upholding education policies that foster an inclusive, supportive classroom environment.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in arts or youth education, with specific experience in musical theatre, dance, acting, or music.
- Bachelor’s degree in education, theatre, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Demonstrated abilities in classroom management, curriculum planning, and relationship-building with students and families.
- Cultural awareness and the ability to work with students of various backgrounds and abilities.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills, with an ability to juggle
Our Ideal Teaching Artist is:
- Creative, patient, and adaptable, with an ability to inspire confidence and collaboration in a
- A natural relationship builder who can create a welcoming, inclusive space for students.
- Passionate about equity and creating accessible arts education for all.
- Comfortable with a team-oriented environment that often requires an “all hands on deck”
About I Can Do That!:
I Can Do That! Performing Arts Center is a vibrant educational theatre arts institution fostering young minds' creativity and imagination. We believe in the power of theatre arts to inspire and educate, particularly in the formative years of childhood. As we continue expanding our offerings, we seek passionate and experienced Teaching Artists to join our team.
I Can Do That! Performing Arts Center is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
