Commitment to youth development, building self-efficacy, racial justice, and cultural awareness;
Knowledge of the main elements of composition in your art form and the ability to articulate and teach them to youth;
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication skills;
Ability to work with diverse teaching and site partners in adapting to individual classroom needs and cultures;
Passion and empathy when teaching high-need children and youth, such as English language-learners, students with special needs, incarcerated youth, or youth enrolled in court mandated schools;
Ability to articulate and demonstrate critical thinking in the arts;
Openness to receiving detailed feedback on teaching as it relates to the Workshop’s methodology;
Availability to teach in at least two sites at a time (at least four residencies in either one full day, two mornings, two afternoons, or some combination thereof);
Ability to provide own transportation or utilize public transportation to and from partner sites.

Exceptional Qualifications:

Bilingual ability—Spanish and Mandarin;
Experience working with special student populations, such as English language-learners and students with learning differences;
BA and/or MA/MFA in art form or commensurate experience.

How to Apply:

Email resume, cover letter, sample lesson plan, and professional portfolio or work samples to, Performing Arts Workshop at info@performingartsworkshop.org. Only complete applications will be considered, please inquire if you have any questions about the requirements.

Performing Arts Workshop is an equal opportunity employer and seeks workforce diversity with respect to race, ethnicity, culture, gender, age, sexual orientation, and physical abilities.