Musical Theater Instructor Evening Part time

Job Description

Job Description

Looking for a rewarding job in the education industry? Consider becoming a Musical Theater Teacher at the Allegra School of Music and Arts! In this role, you’ll help students explore their creativity and self-expression through acting, singing, and movement.

Your primary responsibilities will include designing and teaching lesson plans that cover essential musical theater skills— basic musical theater dance steps (a choreographer will join later in the semester for larger group numbers), vocal harmony instruction , and staging and blocking larger scenes . You’ll also guide students through the foundations of musical theater craft, such as cheating out, stage directions, character development, ensemble work, and storytelling . Additionally, you’ll collaborate with our team to produce end-of-semester performances that showcase your students’ growth and talent.

To excel in this role, you should be passionate about theater and teaching young performers. Strong communication and organizational skills are a must, along with the ability to work both independently and as part of a creative team.

If you’re looking for a rewarding and dynamic position that allows you to inspire young performers while cultivating their love of the arts, teaching at Allegra may be the perfect fit.

Job Synopsis:

• Teach musical theater classes to students of various ages and experience levels.
• Plan and design lessons that incorporate acting, basic musical theater dance, vocal harmony work, and foundational stagecraft.
• Develop engaging strategies to motivate students and build confidence in singing, movement, and performance.
• Stage and block scenes; facilitate rehearsals and guide students through the process of preparing end-of-semester performances.
• Assess student progress and provide clear, constructive feedback to support artistic growth.
• Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and a semester choreographer to coordinate showcases and productions.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment that encourages creativity, teamwork, and risk-taking.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and manage class materials.
• Participate in professional development to enhance teaching techniques and stay current with musical theater practices.
• Serve as a positive mentor and role model, supporting students throughout their artistic journey.