After-School Musical Theater Instructor- Elementary

After-School Musical Theater Instructor

We believe that all students deserve access to the arts. We believe that instruction should be culturally relevant, inclusive and meet the diverse needs of all learners. We believe that social justice is integral to education, and we aim to teach students how to advocate for themselves, our community and the world. For more information on our program, please visit our website.

To empower, prepare, and inspire urban students to achieve their highest potential and become active citizens who work toward building a more just, humane, and sustainable world by providing a democratic, arts-enriched, and nurturing school environment.

Under the direction of the Director of Community Engagement and Enrichment and the after school coordinator, serve as the After-School Musical Theater Instructor for students in TK-5th grade. The Musical Theatre Instructor leads engaging and age-appropriate musical theatre classes for elementary school students in an after-school enrichment program. The instructor introduces students to the fundamentals of musical theatre, including acting, singing, movement, and stage presence, while fostering creativity, confidence, and teamwork.

The instructor will also guide students toward a short performance or showcase. The Musical Theatre Instructor is responsible for planning and delivering VAPA aligned theatre lessons during 40-50 minute blocks while maintaining effective classroom management and utilizing best teaching practices. During a typical day, the musical theater Instructor will teach 2-3 classes. The after school day starts at 3:00pm and ends at 6:00pm.

Responsibilities include:

• Clean and organize the classroom space used during the program hours
• Plan and lead fun, interactive musical theatre lessons for elementary-aged students (grades K–5).
• Teach basic skills in acting, singing, movement, and stage expression.
• Introduce theatre games, improvisation activities, and simple choreography.
• Help students build confidence, creativity, and collaboration skills.
• Rehearse songs, scenes, or short performances appropriate for the students' age level.
• Coordinate and prepare students for an end-of-session showcase or informal performance (if applicable).
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
• Manage student behavior using positive classroom management strategies.
• Report problems of a serious nature, including recurring behavioral problems and safety hazards to the after school coordinator
• Communicate with after-school staff regarding attendance, schedules, and student progress.
• Ensure materials, music, and activities are prepared for each class session.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in art or related field, or relevant experience
• At least one year experience working with students grades TK-5th
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to create engaging, age-appropriate activities.
• Enthusiasm, creativity, and patience when working with young performers.
• Ability to adapt to program requirements and needs
• Background in singing, acting, dance, or directing is a plus.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English a plus

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. These physical standards are generic in nature and tasks may vary depending on school site or specialized site assignment. The information contained in this physical standards description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed.

The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties and additional duties as assigned.

• The physical ability to stand and or walk frequently.
• The physical ability to occasionally carry up to 50 pounds (for mail delivery/operations/and/or moving after-school classroom equipment and materials around)
• The physical ability to participate in repetitive movements (typing, sitting down, filing paperwork)
• The physical ability to occasionally…