Northern Virginia Performing Arts (NOVAPA) is seeking engaging, dependable Class Instructors to teach performing-arts classes for children and teenagers at our Leesburg, Virginia location.
We are looking for instructors in one or more of the following areas:
- Acting
- Musical theatre
- Vocal performance
- Dance and movement
- Audition preparation
- Improvisation
- Technical theatre
- Other specialized performing-arts subjects
Responsibilities:
- Plan and teach structured, age-appropriate classes.
- Create a welcoming environment where students are known, challenged, protected, and prepared.
- Begin and end classes on time.
- Provide clear instruction, demonstrations, and constructive feedback.
- Adapt instruction for different experience levels and learning needs.
- Maintain appropriate classroom management and professional boundaries.
- Take attendance and promptly report absences, injuries, behavioral concerns, or safety issues.
- Communicate professionally with NOVAPA’s administrative team.
- Follow NOVAPA’s curriculum, child-safety policies, and staff procedures.
- Participate in required orientations and training.
Qualifications:
- Experience teaching, directing, coaching, or performing in the relevant discipline.
- Strong communication and classroom-management skills.
- Dependability and attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively with children and teenagers.
- Ability to accept direction and work as part of a collaborative team.
- Evening and/or weekend availability. Must have reliable transportation.
- Degree or formal training in theatre, music, dance, education, or a related field is preferred but not required when supported by substantial professional experience.
All selected candidates must complete NOVAPA’s background-screening process, child-safety training, and required onboarding before beginning work.
Location: Northern Virginia Performing Arts, Leesburg, Virginia
Schedule: Varies by class, weeknights and weekends. www.northernvirginiaperformingarts.org
Compensation: Class Rate of $15 to $55 per class depending on skills, education, and availability.
Position type: Part-time and/or seasonal
To apply, submit the following to [email protected]:
- Résumé
- Short letter describing your teaching experience and areas of expertise
- Three professional references-including last 2 supervisors
- Your general availability
Work samples, teaching reels, or sample lesson plans are welcomed but not required.
Northern Virginia Performing Arts is committed to providing a professional, supportive, and safe environment for students, families, and staff.
Pay: $15.00 - $55.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
