Teaching Artist: PLA Student Discovery Program

Position

Teaching Artist – PLA Student Discovery Program (Temporary Employee – Non-Exempt)

Teaching artist opportunities at Penn Live Arts change each season depending on what Student Discovery shows are offered. For current opportunities and detailed descriptions, visit the Penn Live Arts employment page.

Penn Live Arts teaching artists conduct up to four pre‑performance visits in K‑12 schools to prepare students for the themes, techniques, and influences they will encounter in the theatre during Student Discovery Series performances. Drawing upon background information and materials associated with the performance and/or company, teaching artists prepare developmentally appropriate, creative lesson plans of 45 minutes to 1.5 hours. Student outputs may include dance technique and choreography, scene studies and acting exercises, discussion/debate, creative writing or visual art activities.

Work includes two hours of prep time per one hour of classroom time. The final schedule of visits is determined in cooperation with classroom teachers and Penn Live Arts staff.

Please indicate which teaching artist opportunity you are applying to in your cover letter.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Penn Live Arts

$7.25 – $75.00 per hour (salary offers are made based on qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position).

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

A background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

• Health and Life – Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.
• Retirement – Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre‑tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Please note that benefit eligibility is determined/based on ACA guidelines.