After-School Theatre Instructor Part-Time | W-2 | 20-30/hour | Bexley Area Chambers Music Studio is seeking an engaging and dependable After-School Theatre Instructor to lead a Friday theatre program for students in 3rd–8th grade at a partner school in the Bexley area. This position is ideal for a theatre educator, teaching artist, actor, director, musical theatre performer, or educator who enjoys helping young people develop confidence and creativity through theatre. Schedule Fridays, 3:30–4:30 PMThe program is divided into three themed sessions throughout the school year: November 2–December 18 Introduction to Acting Students will explore foundational acting skills through theatre games, improvisation, character development, movement, storytelling, ensemble-building, and introductory scene work. January–February Introduction to Musical Theatre Students will explore the combination of acting, music, movement, and storytelling through character work, acting through song, ensemble activities, movement, and introductory musical theatre repertoire. March–April Introduction to Playwriting: Write Your Own Play Students will explore how an idea becomes a script through character development, dialogue, conflict, story structure, scene writing, and collaborative storytelling. Paid preparation time is included in addition to teaching hours.
What You'll Do:
Lead a weekly theatre class for students in 3rd–8th grade.
Lead acting exercises, improvisation, theatre games, movement, storytelling, character work, and ensemble activities.
Create an environment where students feel comfortable taking creative risks.
Help students develop confidence, creativity, communication, collaboration, and stage presence.
Maintain clear expectations and effective classroom management.
Adapt activities for different ages and experience levels.
Prepare materials and review curriculum during paid preparation time.
Communicate professionally with school staff and the Chambers Music Studio team.
Arrive prepared, dependable, and on time.
What We're Looking For:- Ideal candidates have experience in theatre, acting, directing, musical theatre, theatre education, education, youth programming, or a related performing arts field.
- We're looking for someone who can bring energy and creativity into the room while maintaining structure and helping students work together as an ensemble.
- Experience working with children or teens is strongly preferred.
- Compensation & Support
- This is a part-time W-2 position. Starting pay is generally 20–30 per hour, depending on education, experience, and training.
- Chambers Music Studio provides:
- Established curriculum and program materials
- Paid preparation time in addition to teaching hours
- Paid onboarding and training
- Ongoing coaching and educational support
- Opportunities for additional teaching as our programs grow
- About Chambers Music StudioOur mission is to inspire leaders, strengthen community, cultivate creativity, develop skills, and promote personal growth through arts education.
- We want students to leave our programs with greater confidence, creativity, communication skills, and a willingness to take positive creative risks.
- Saving the World Through Music Education.
