RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Classroom and professional duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Embrace and promote the ChiArts vision, mission, educational approach, goals, and core values
- Prepare structured lessons that encourage and foster skill development, critical thinking, applications, and ethics.
- Instruct conservatory-level courses, serving students with various learning styles, abilities, and needs.
- Submit course documentation, including syllabus, unit plans, lesson plans, assignments, assessments, and all materials used in classroom instruction on a timely basis.
- Employ outstanding classroom management skills and implement the school code of conduct.
- Regularly assess student achievement, skill mastery, and career development skills.
- Manage classroom administration and record keeping, including: grades, attendance records, student progress, and documentation of student work.
- Regularly communicate with students, parents, and other ChiArts staff to share artistic progress, encourage positive behavior, and resolve behavioral and artistic issues.
- Attend and participate in faculty and administrative meetings, parent conferences, open house, other school functions, and in-service professional development sessions.
- Collaborate with the staff to develop “best practices” tailored to the unique philosophy and instructional approach of ChiArts and to the needs of its student population.
- Collaborate with other ChiArts artistic and academic faculty and the larger arts community.
- Perform other duties as the needs of the school and needs of the students may demand (e.g., competitions, exhibits.)
- Work with academic staff to ensure students’ overall success at ChiArts.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS (please note that these are preferred but not always required):
- Master’s degree in Theatre History, Musical Theatre, or a related field and a minimum of five (5) years of training in theatre and/or musical theatre
- Minimum of seven (5) years of professional experience in theatre or a course-related field
- Minimum of five (5) years of previous teaching experience at a pre-professional or professional level. Prior experience teaching high school students is strongly preferred.
- Experience teaching related coursework is mandatory.
- Experience teaching theatre history or dramaturgy
- A passion for storytelling and diverse musical theatre traditions
- Illinois State Teacher Certification is preferred, but may not be required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent curriculum development and course documentation skills
- Excellent classroom management ability
Working Conditions:
Job Hazards: This position requires a fingerprint and background check conducted by Chicago Public Schools.
Job Tasks: Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.
Travel Requirements: This position does not require travel as part of the job responsibilities; however, travel may be required to attend professional development/conferences.
Salary and Benefits:
Part-time position.
Pay will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Pay rate: $45 to $55 per hour.
Application Process
Qualified applicants should apply online at www.chiarts.org and upload the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Contact Information for 3-5 Professional References; do not include letters of recommendation.
Applicants who do not follow the submission directions will not be considered. Please be aware that every item listed on a resume is subject to verification, and that any offer of employment is contingent on a successful background check.
ChiArts has a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural competency. Our aim is to maintain an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace in order to most effectively achieve our mission and secure the best possible outcomes for our students.
Please visit www.chiarts.org for more information.
