Attack Theatre seeks Teaching Artists for year-round programming, reporting directly to the Arts Education Manager. Must be reliable, organized, and comfortable working with children through in-person, virtual and/or hybrid formats. The logistics of the position depends on the specific arts education program and will be discussed upon hire.

• Job Type: Contract, Temporary
• Dates of employment: Ongoing
• Compensation: $50 - $125/day (depending on the program)
• Schedule: School days, after-school, evening, possibility of weekend hours

General Responsibilities

Develop creative movement lesson plans that align with specific program expectations, manage classroom behaviors and structures, coordinate and adjust schedules with teacher/site-coordinator, prepare in-person or virtual teaching space with necessary materials in a timely manner, conduct classes and workshops, execute pre- and post-assessments as needed and participate in planning meetings with Arts Education Manager and/or educational provider.

Attack Theatre is a Pittsburgh-based dance company that creates work at the intersection of art and community, resulting in programs that are personal, authentic, welcoming, and fearless. Under the artistic direction of Co-Founders and Co-Artistic Directors Peter Kope and Michele de la Reza, the company maintains a commitment to remain curious in our investigation of new ideas and productions; to collaborate through deliberate, interdisciplinary partnerships; and to connect with local and global communities providing accessible, creative learning opportunities.

Attack Theatre’s new home in the heart of Lawrenceville offers performances, classes, and community events; and strives to be an inclusive epicenter of dance, learning, and community partnerships. Rooted in reflection, investigation, and imagination, Attack Theatre conducts hundreds of arts education programs in school and community settings each year; supporting creative learning and wellness for participants of all ages.

Attack Theatre Values

• Cultural Responsibility: We commit to becoming a community of learners through equitable practices that celebrate and support the creative in all of us, regardless of who they are, or how they identify. We start by challenging our perspectives and expanding our artistic boundaries through empathy, and the opening of our doors, hearts, and minds to understand how every lived experience contributes to the artful expression of life through dance.
• Collaboration + Expression: At the heart of our creative process, we forge creative partnerships with artists, audiences, and communities to cultivate a spirit of inquiry and experimentation as an integral part of our artistic vision.
• Learning: We nurture the next generation(s) of artists, thinkers, and leaders through creative learning programs rooted in reflection, curiosity, and imagination.

Skills, Competencies, and Interests

• Must be 18 years or older with required Pennsylvania State Clearances (Act 33/34, PA Criminal Records Check and Federal Criminal Background Check)
• Prior teaching experience and/or work with kids
• Knowledge of the arts, specifically dance or movement
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Understanding of and commitment to the work of Attack Theatre and/or arts education

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Attack Theatre is committed to keeping its employees safe. To safeguard the health of our employees and their families, our audiences, students, and the community at large from infectious diseases that may be reduced by vaccinations, Attack Theatre requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and successful applicants must be able to provide proof of vaccination before hire.

While some of the above responsibilities may be completed remotely, most aspects of this job must be done from both Attack Theatre’s studios located in Lawrenceville and the program partner’s location. The incumbent will need to be present at Attack Theatre’s studio and/or other educational environment in order to complete the duties as assigned. Attack Theatre’s offices, dance, and classroom studio space are ADA compliant.

A person in this role will be exposed to conditions considered typical for an educational environment such as fluctuating room temperatures, moderate to loud noise levels, LED and fluorescent lighting, and other classroom equipment and furniture. The incumbent may be asked to lift and or move classroom furniture, though it is not a requirement of the position. The incumbent is also required to have reliable transportation, but personal transportation is not required for employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Attack Theatre seeks to recruit candidates for all positions for employment that represent our communities in race, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, ability, marital status, veteran status, or citizenship status. Attack Theatre is an equal opportunity employer, and as such, we are dedicated to being a workplace for all. Qualified applicants who represent marginalized communities and bring diverse perspectives are encouraged to apply.