Teaching Artist at Creative Cauldron Stage
About the Role
Creative Cauldron Stage is seeking two passionate and experienced Teaching Artists (Theater and/or Dance) to join our education team. This creative team will be a part of our “Artes Para Todos” after school program at Westlawn Elementary School in Falls Church. This is a program is an initiative that seeks to break down traditional language barriers and welcoming a sector of our community that has been vastly neglected by educational theater programs. Westlawn Elementary is a Title One school where more than 70% of the students qualify for the free and reduced lunch program. A corresponding number come from households where Spanish is spoken as the primary language.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Position Details
Location: Westlawn Elementary School 3200 Westley Road Falls Church VA 22042
Project Dates:
Sept 24 at 4:00 pm Parent Information Session On-line
Workshops/Rehearsals:
October 7, 14, 21 28 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
November 4, 11 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
December 2, 9, 16 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
January 6, 20, 27 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
February 3, 10, 17, 24 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
March 3, 15, 16, 17 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Performances:
March 18 2 morning performances Time TBD
6:00 pm performance for families
Compensation: $2,500 - $3,000 ($65-$75 per hour Commensurate with Experience)
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit a Resume (performance and work) and cover letter to
Laura Connors Hull producing@creativecauldron.org.
Creative Cauldron Stage is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds.
Creative Cauldron Stage is seeking two passionate and experienced Teaching Artists (Theater and/or Dance) to join our education team. This creative team will be a part of our “Artes Para Todos” after school program at Westlawn Elementary School in Falls Church. This is a program is an initiative that seeks to break down traditional language barriers and welcoming a sector of our community that has been vastly neglected by educational theater programs. Westlawn Elementary is a Title One school where more than 70% of the students qualify for the free and reduced lunch program. A corresponding number come from households where Spanish is spoken as the primary language.
Responsibilities
- Plan and teach a weekly drama program during after school hours Wednesdays from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm. (Exact program dates below)
- Develop an adaptation of a folktale from Central or Latin America to be performed by 25 elementary students in grades 3 – 6 at 2 morning school assemblies and one evening performance for families.
- Performance should incorporate musical underscoring provided by Andean Musician Juan Cayrampoma from the band Raymi.
- Performance should also incorporate movement, dance, and physical storytelling techniques into the performance.
- Collaborate with Creative Cauldron Stage’s Resident Scenic and Costume Designer to create appropriate costumes and props for the performance.
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment that builds student confidence, creativity, and collaboration
- Assess student progress and provide feedback to students, parents, and/or school partners as needed.
- Maintain classroom/rehearsal management, including scheduling, materials, and safety
- Represent Creative Cauldron Stage professionally at partner school.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience teaching theatre and/or dance to students spanning elementary through middle school
- Professional performance experience in the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia) area or comparable markets.
- Strong knowledge of theatre fundamentals (acting technique, improvisation, ensemble work, stagecraft) and foundational dance/movement instruction
- Excellent classroom management and facilitation skills across a range of age groups
- Ability to design lesson plans and adapt material for different skill levels and learning needs
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work alongside classroom teachers and program staff
- Reliable, punctual, and professional demeanor
- Background check clearance required (per school/site partner requirements)
- BILINGUAL (ENGLISH/SPANISH) IS A BONUS BUT NOT MANDATORY
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with devised theatre, musical theatre, or physical theatre techniques
- Experience working with students with diverse learning needs or in inclusive classroom settings
- Choreography experience for youth or student productions
Position Details
Location: Westlawn Elementary School 3200 Westley Road Falls Church VA 22042
Project Dates:
Sept 24 at 4:00 pm Parent Information Session On-line
Workshops/Rehearsals:
October 7, 14, 21 28 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
November 4, 11 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
December 2, 9, 16 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
January 6, 20, 27 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
February 3, 10, 17, 24 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
March 3, 15, 16, 17 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Performances:
March 18 2 morning performances Time TBD
6:00 pm performance for families
Compensation: $2,500 - $3,000 ($65-$75 per hour Commensurate with Experience)
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit a Resume (performance and work) and cover letter to
Laura Connors Hull producing@creativecauldron.org.
Creative Cauldron Stage is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds.