Paid Internship - Teaching Artist

Program: Teaching Artist Internship

Department: Education & Engagement

Supervisor: Director of Education & Engagement

Classification: Temporary Paid Educational Internship - Summer

Internship Program Summary:

The Teaching Artist Internship program is an exciting opportunity to learn how to be a professional teaching artist while gaining hands-on experience in instructing in classrooms for ages 3.5 - 18. This is a paid educational internship and is considered a job with an additional learning program within the responsibilities of the position. Over the course of summer camps and classes, 7 teaching artist interns engage in a rigorous practicum program. Similar to a college class, this cohort will observe classroom instruction, build curriculum, participate in extended care programming, engage with after-work learning assignments and practice teaching while attending mentorship meetings and networking events. Our goal is to ensure individuals finalize their internship feeling confident about what it means to be in the profession of teaching artistry. 

About SCT:

Since its inception in 1975, the Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT), has served more than 4 million children for 45 seasons of creative professional theatre and arts education classes for the Puget Sound region, and is one of the most prominent theatre organizations for young audiences in the United States and the world. SCT’s mission is to provide children of all ages access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education.

Intern Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists Teaching Artists with classroom support at SCT and off-site partnership camps.
• Supervises students, ages 3.5 - 18, in extended care (before & after camp), class, during breaks, and lunch.
• Communicates student/classroom updates to the Education and Engagement Office.
• Supports day-to-day classroom administrative tasks.
• Provides excellent customer service for students and families.
• Observes staff and faculty develop curriculum.
• Participates in weekly, after-class meetings and professional development.
• Attends orientation training, learning workshops, and programing in the field.Engages in critical analysis assignments about pedagogical processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Program Schedule & Syllabus:

• Consistent schedule Monday – Friday; Schedules may vary based on class coverage needs and extended care schedule.
• Camp hours are between 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
• 3 to 4 extended care shifts per week; 8:00 – 9:00 am and 4:00 – 5:30 pm
• Mandatory program dates are June 16, 2025 – August 22, 2025; Observed holidays are June 19 and July 4

Required learning activations for program credit result in a teaching artist portfolio that include:

• Attend 3 learning workshops
• Cover Letter and Resume Improvements
• Curriculum Writing Sample
• Extended Care Reflection 
• Teaching Observation Video 
• Teaching Reflection
• Teaching Values Statement

Program Benefits

• $747.36/week (36 hours/week) of supporting camp classes and extended care. Compensation is applicable to payroll taxes.
• Verifiable in-field experience from one of the most prominent theatres for young audiences in the United States. 
• Program verification for college credit.
• 324 hours of teaching practicum.
• 66 hours of program learning
• Free ORCA Passport transportation pass or Seattle Center parking pass.

Candidate Skills and Qualifications:

• Emerging professional in higher education institutions as a rising junior, senior, or graduate student.
• Dedication to theatre education and/or theatre for young audiences. 
• Commitment to social justice work and interest in public health. 
• Familiarity with using Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, and Zoom.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and direct multiple tasks concurrently and provide follow through. 
• Highly organized, strong attention to detail and time management.
• Patient with young people and customer service.
• Must be an independent thinker and doer while being a collaborative, effective team player.

Physical Requirements & Program Environment:

• Enjoy working in a fast paced, non-profit environment.
• Dog-friendly workplace and can support service animals in-space.
• Studio and classroom spaces are accessed via stairways; Elevators are available.
• Clearances/background checks will be conducted.

Housing Information:

SCT does not provide housing for interns. 

Application Procedures

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a Web Application that includes your: Resume, Cover Letter & Diversity Statement no later than January 5, 2025 at 11:59 PM, PST. Letters may be addressed to Tiffany Maltos, Director of Education & Engagement. The Diversity Statement should describe how your work, training and/or experience demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. 

• What effort have you made and/or have been involved with that fosters cultural awareness and understanding?
• What have you done to further your knowledge on access, equity, diversity and inclusion?
• What do you hope to bring to SCT that will enhance and support a commitment to antiracist work?

No phone calls please.

Data shows that women and BIPOC candidates more frequently do not apply because they don’t feel that they meet all of the qualifications listed. Our descriptions are general overviews, not a mandatory comprehensive list. If you meet some of the requirements and you share SCT’s values and support our mission, we encourage you to apply. As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we’re invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences.