Teaching Artists
Now accepting submissions for Summer 2019
We accept applications to our Teaching Artist Team on a rolling basis.
Because we understand the importance of representation in art and in education, we are seeking to establish a diverse team of Teaching Artists.
Educators of color and of all identities are encouraged to apply.
Because we understand the importance of representation in art and in education, we are seeking to establish a diverse team of Teaching Artists.
Educators of color and of all identities are encouraged to apply.
Details of each position vary; please read through the information fully prior to submitting.
Emerging Teaching Artists |
Experienced Teaching Artists |
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Contract Dates
May 5th - September 7th, 2019 In-person training takes place May 5th - June 1st; tours begin June 2nd and all contracts will conclude by September 7th. Position also requires 8 weeks of part-time (5-6 hours per week) virtual/remote training through written training materials and online discussions prior to the commencement of in-person training. Full-time availability is necessary beginning with in-person training May 5th and through the entirety of the touring period. |
Contract Dates
May 13th - September 7th, 2019 In-person training takes place May 13th - June 1st; tours begin June 2nd and all contracts will conclude by September 7th. Position also requires 8 weeks of part-time (5-6 hours per week) virtual/remote training through written training materials and online discussions prior to the commencement of in-person training. Full-time availability is necessary beginning with in-person training May 13th and through the entirety of the touring period. |
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Overview: Emerging Teaching Artists
Emerging Teaching Artists are the "journeyman" level of our three-level Theatre Educator Training Program, and are paired with Experienced Teaching Artists who provide additional coaching on the road to assist the Emerging Teaching Artist in their growth as an educator. Teaching artists are contracted as one half of a touring actor/educator pair, which works with up to 75 student actors (1st - 12th grade) in a given week. Tour actor/educators are responsible for directing and performing a 60-minute musical and teaching basic theatre workshops. Being a tour actor/educator for Compass is 40% teaching the show, 25% teaching other topics (both during rehearsals and during enrichment workshops), and 25% acting - but we're looking for rockstars at all three. The other 10% of the position covers support tasks including tour reports, basic upkeep of costumes, sets, etc., and communication with clients and families. |
Overview: Experienced Teaching Artists
Teaching artists are contracted as one half of a touring actor/educator pair, which works with up to 75 student actors (1st - 12th grade) in a given week. Tour actor/educators are responsible for directing and performing a 60-minute musical and teaching basic theatre workshops. Being a tour actor/educator for Compass is 40% teaching the show, 25% teaching other topics (both during rehearsals and during enrichment workshops), and 25% acting - but we're looking for rockstars at all three. The other 10% of the position covers support tasks including tour reports, basic upkeep of costumes, sets, etc., and communication with clients and families. Some Experienced Teaching Artists may be paired with an Emerging Teaching Artist as part of our Theatre Educator Training Program. Experienced Teaching Artist who are paired with an Emerging Teaching Artist receive an additional coaching stipend. |
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Compensation:
Pay ranges average from $300 - $425 per week, which includes base pay + additional income through enrichment workshops, full-day program bonuses, etc. Contract includes a training stipend. |
Compensation:
Pay ranges average from $400 - $525 per week, which includes base pay + additional income through enrichment workshops, full-day program bonuses, etc. Contract includes a training stipend. |
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Emerging Teaching Artist Candidates Must:
Those not meeting the experience requirements, but who are interested in developing and honing educational theatre experience are encouraged to apply for either of the first two levels of our Theatre Educator Training Program: Education Intern (stipended, level 1) or Education Apprentice (paid, level 2). Entry level to the Teaching Artist Training Program is based on previous experience as well as assessed skillset at auditions. |
Experienced Teaching Artist Candidates Must:
Those not meeting the experience requirements, but who are interested in developing and honing educational theatre experience are encouraged to apply for either of the first two levels of our Theatre Educator Training Program, which consists of three levels: Education Intern (stipended, level 1) or Education Apprentice (paid, level 2), and Emerging Teaching Artist (paid, level 3). Entry level to the Teaching Artist Training Program is based on previous experience as well as assessed skillset at auditions. |
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Type and Restrictions
Compass Creative Dramatics is a nonequity theatre company. Because we understand the importance of representation in art and in education, we are seeking to establish a diverse team of Teaching Artists. Educators of color and of all identities are encouraged to apply. |
Type and Restrictions
Compass Creative Dramatics is a nonequity theatre company. Because we understand the importance of representation in art and in education, we are seeking to establish a diverse team of Teaching Artists. Educators of color and of all identities are encouraged to apply. |
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About the Audition
Our auditions will be small group sessions, with 3-7 auditionees present during the entirety of the audition. The activities you'll participate in will focus on your style as a teacher, and we may ask you to stay to sing or read for us afterward to see your work as an actor! Because the work we do is a unique kind of project, and because we want to save you a return trip for a callback, we're going to get through a lot of information during the audition. The audition invitation will include more details, but generally speaking the audition will include multiple parts:
Auditions will be held:
Auditions will take place at the Compass Creative Dramatics Administrative Offices (4001 N. Ravenswood Avenue, Suite 110). As the audition is based in theatre games and discussions, applicants must be present the entirety of the session. Some actors may be asked to stay after the group release to read and sing. Both Experienced and Emerging Teaching Artists may be present at each session. |
About the Audition
Our auditions will be small group sessions, with 3-7 auditionees present during the entirety of the audition. The activities you'll participate in will focus on your style as a teacher, and we may ask you to stay to sing or read for us afterward to see your work as an actor! Because the work we do is a unique kind of project, and because we want to save you a return trip for a callback, we're going to get through a lot of information during the audition. The audition invitation will include more details, but generally speaking the audition will include multiple parts:
Auditions will be held:
Auditions will take place at the Compass Creative Dramatics Administrative Offices (4001 N. Ravenswood Avenue, Suite 110). As the audition is based in theatre games and discussions, applicants must be present the entirety of the session. Some actors may be asked to stay after the group release to read and sing. Both Experienced and Emerging Teaching Artists may be present at each session. |
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To Apply
Please send an email to submissions@ccdramatics.com. Please:
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To Apply
Please send an email to submissions@ccdramatics.com. Please include:
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