Theater Teaching Artist
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Miami Childrens Museum Inc
Miami, FL, US
Summary
Lead engaging theater classes focused on acting, storytelling, and improvisation for children. Direct rehearsals and assist with showcases and special performances to foster artistic growth.
Job Description
Description
Do you believe every child has a story worth telling?
Miami Children's Museum is seeking an imaginative and enthusiastic Theater Teaching Artist to inspire the next generation of storytellers, performers, and creative thinkers. This role is perfect for someone who loves theater, enjoys working with children, and thrives in creative, collaborative environments.
As a member of our teaching artist team, you'll lead engaging theater experiences that encourage confidence, self-expression, teamwork, and creativity through acting, improvisation, storytelling, and performance while helping students bring their ideas to life both on and off the stage.
This is a part-time afterschool position serving one or more of Miami Children’s Museum’s community school sites, including:
- Liberty City Elementary
- Kelsey Pharr Elementary
- Earlington Heights Elementary
- Brentwood / Fredrica Wilson Skyway Elementary
- Goulds Elementary
- Miami Children’s Museum Charter School
- Henry E.S Reeves K-8
What You'll Do
- Lead engaging theater classes focused on acting, storytelling, improvisation, movement, and stage presence.
- Create age-appropriate lessons that encourage creativity, confidence, and self-expression.
- Guide students through character development, storytelling exercises, and performance preparation.
- Direct rehearsals and assist with showcases, productions, and special performances.
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports artistic exploration and growth.
- Collaborate with fellow teaching artists to create meaningful interdisciplinary arts experiences.
- Participate in planning meetings, performances, and special events as needed.
Requirements
- Experience in theater education, acting, directing, performing arts, or related fields.
- Experience working with children in schools, camps, museums, community programs, or arts organizations preferred.
- Strong classroom management and communication skills.
- Creative, collaborative, and enthusiastic approach to teaching and learning.
- Passion for youth development, storytelling, and arts-based education.
- Reliable transportation and flexibility to support performances and special events.
Schedule
Part-Time Afterschool Position
- Weekdays approximately 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Additional hours may be required for rehearsals, showcases, performances, and special events
Join us in helping young performers build confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of storytelling!
The mission of Miami Children's Museum, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational institution, is to enrich the lives of children by fostering a love of learning through play and enabling children to realize their highest potential. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to play, learn, imagine, and create together. The Museum is dedicated to meeting the needs of all children in our multicultural community through interactive exhibits and programs.
Miami Children’s Museum was incorporated as the Miami Youth Museum in 1983. In 2003, the Museum opened its current home, a 56,500 square foot facility in the City of Miami. Today, we are recognized as one of the 10 largest children's museums in the country and the only children’s museum in Miami-Dade County.
The Museum provides hands-on interactive educational experiences to approximately 445,000 children and their families each year. We aim to serve all children and families who live in South Florida, embracing the diversity of our community. The Museum is also a major attraction for tourists coming to South Florida.
Founded
1983
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Miami, Florida
The mission of Miami Children's Museum, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational institution, is to enrich the lives of children by fostering a love of learning through play and enabling children to realize their highest potential. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to play, learn, imagine, and create together. The Museum is dedicated to meeting the needs of all children in our multicultural community through interactive exhibits and programs.
Miami Children’s Museum was incorporated as the Miami Youth Museum in 1983. In 2003, the Museum opened its current home, a 56,500 square foot facility in the City of Miami. Today, we are recognized as one of the 10 largest children's museums in the country and the only children’s museum in Miami-Dade County.
The Museum provides hands-on interactive educational experiences to approximately 445,000 children and their families each year. We aim to serve all children and families who live in South Florida, embracing the diversity of our community. The Museum is also a major attraction for tourists coming to South Florida.
Founded
1983
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Miami, Florida
