Teaching Artist must pass a background check for the district teaching within and child care licensing through Identogo (@ $40/each - SBISD requires additional screening of $40). This fee is reimbursed upon completion of the session duration (start date of session to finish) and once all materials are returned to Theater Lab Kids and with presentation of receipt. Additionally, all staff must have CPR certification with vaild proof (card).

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The Fall 2024 sessions begin September 9, 2024 through December 13, 2024, excluding holidays/closures with makeup dates (if needed) December 16-20. 2024. All classes are taught from 3:30 - 4:30. The final class is a production and teachers should plan to have availability until 5:20. 

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Teaching Artists are expected/required to:​

• BE CAPABLE OF PASSING A BACKGROUND CHECK THROUGH THE STATE OF TEXAS

• have theatre experience and training

• have experience with children in a former position with references

• arrive on time to begin instruction promptly at 3:30 and complete class at 4:30

• be able to think quickly on your feet and entertain the children

• be knowledgeable or capable to execute and explain of games and improv exercises for children in theatre

• be knowledgeable in the content area of theater 

• have reliable transportation

• write play/s for the class/es you instruct based on the student's ideas. Creativity is a plus!

• be patient and have experience managing children and report incidents/issues immediately

• be creative with applying lesson plans to your style of teaching

• be able to take direction and report to Theater Lab on a weekly basis, as well as communicate needs throughout the session

• be able to commit to instructing for the duration of the semester (September 9, 2024 - Decemeber 13, 2024) including makeup days if needed (December 16-20).

• In the event we cannot make up a date, we may opt to add additional instruction time of 10 - 15 minutes to classes which will be compensate teacher accordingly. 

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Teaching artists are paid by the class after school at a Contract Rate of $50/class and must be able to accept electronic payment. Teachers will receive a 1099-NEC for tax purposes. This is a contracted position and taxes are not withheld. 

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TO BE CONSIDERED... email theaterlab1.5@gmail.com with a cover letter, resume with a list of 4 references, employment application, valid DL, and three times that would be good for a phone interview. It is recommended to also submit theatrical resume to provide experience.

 

We will respond to your email. Please no phone calls. 

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Thank you for your interest!

Catherine deBlieux

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APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT CAN BE FOUND HERE:

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