Advanced Theatre Studio & On-Camera Techniques Instructor (Acting Majors)

The Chicago High School for the Arts is seeking part-time instructors for the 2025-2026 SY in the Dance/Theatre Conservatory Department.

Title: Advanced Theatre Studio & On-Camera Techniques Instructor (Acting Majors)

Department: Dance/ Theatre Conservatory

Classification: Part-time instructor- Academic Year 

Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday – 2:00–3:25 PM

Start Date: August, 2025.

General Summary: 

The Chicago High School for the Arts (ChiArts ®) develops the next generation of artistically gifted, diverse scholar artists through intensive pre-professional training in the arts, combined with a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum. The school approaches the development of students through a whole-student approach and through a continuous learning environment for all staff to continuously develop their understanding of our scholar-artists. We strive to build upon and improve our practices to make sure we are always serving all of our students to the best of our abilities. 

Position Summary: 

This course merges advanced acting training with on-camera performance techniques. The ideal candidate brings professional stage and on-camera experience, with the ability to coach students in the nuanced demands of screen acting while maintaining theatrical integrity. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Classroom and professional duties include, but are not limited to the following:
• Embrace and promote the ChiArts vision, mission, educational approach, goals, and core values
• Prepare structured lessons that encourage and foster skill development, critical thinking, applications, and ethics.
• Instruct conservatory-level courses, serving students with various learning styles, abilities, and needs.
• Submit course documentation, including syllabus, unit plans, lesson plans, assignments, assessments, and all materials used in classroom instruction on a timely basis.
• Employ outstanding classroom management skills and implement the school code of conduct.
• Regularly assess student achievement, skill mastery, and career development skills.
• Manage classroom administration and record keeping, including: grades, attendance records, student progress, and documentation of student work.
• Regularly communicate with students, parents, and other ChiArts staff to share artistic progress, encourage positive behavior, and resolve behavioral and artistic issues.
• Attend and participate in faculty and administrative meetings, parent conferences, open house, other school functions, and in-service professional development sessions.
• Collaborate with the staff to develop “best practices” tailored to the unique philosophy and instructional approach of ChiArts and to the needs of its student population.
• Collaborate with other ChiArts artistic and academic faculty and the larger arts community.
• Perform other duties as the needs of the school and needs of the students may demand (e.g., competitions, exhibits.)
• Work with academic staff to ensure students’ overall success at ChiArts. 

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS (please note that these are preferred but not always required):

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five (5)  years of training in theatre and/or musical theatre
• Minimum of seven (5) years of professional experience in theatre or a course-related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of previous teaching experience at a pre-professional or professional level.  Prior experience teaching high school students is strongly preferred.
• Experience teaching related coursework is mandatory.
• Experience as a working actor in both theatre and film/TV 
• Familiarity with industry standards for screen performance 
• Background in actor training and technique 
• Illinois State Teacher Certification is preferred, but may not be required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent curriculum development and course documentation skills
• Excellent classroom management ability

Working Conditions:

Job Hazards: This position requires a fingerprint and background check conducted by Chicago Publi