Job Summary
We are seeking dynamic and passionate Acting Instructors to inspire and guide young performers through engaging acting and theatre programs on student holidays or after-school.
This paid, flexible part-time role offers an exciting opportunity to lead camps and classes in acting, improvisation, storytelling, scene work, and performance for students ages 5–14. Programs take place at schools and recreation centers throughout Fairfax County, Arlington County, Herndon, Prince William County, and nearby areas.
Instructors may teach one or multiple days per week based on availability for classes. Lesson plans, scripts, materials, and training are provided to help you create a positive learning environment where students can build confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love for the performing arts.
Responsibilities
• Lead engaging acting and theatre camps and classes using provided curriculum, lesson plans, scripts, and materials.
• Teach acting games, improvisation, storytelling, character development, scene work, and performance skills.
• Manage classroom behavior effectively to create a safe, inclusive, and motivating environment for students.
• Adapt activities to meet the needs of children ages 5–14 with varying skill and experience levels.
• Foster creativity, confidence, communication, teamwork, and self-expression through acting and theatre activities.
• Guide students through rehearsals and direct a short final performance for families.
• Support students’ emotional and developmental growth through positive reinforcement and effective behavior management.
• Communicate professionally with parents, program staff, and fellow instructors.
• Maintain a reliable and consistent teaching schedule throughout each 7–12 week program session.
Requirements
• Experience teaching or working with children in educational, camp, childcare, youth, or performing arts settings.
• Background in acting, theatre, performance, drama education, or a related field strongly preferred.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire young performers of varying ages and experience levels.
• Reliable, punctual, enthusiastic, and comfortable leading a classroom independently.
• Availability for at least one consistent weekday during the program season.
• Must be able to pass background checks required by participating schools and park authorities.
• Professional acting, teaching, directing, or other performing arts experience is highly desirable.
• Formal training or education in theatre, performing arts, education, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
Join us as an Acting Instructor and play a vital role in nurturing creativity, building confidence, and empowering the next generation of young performers through the transformative power of theatre!
Pay: From $120.00 per day
Benefits:
• Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
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