Dance Teaching Artist

TEACHING ARTISTS FOR SUMMER 2026 AND ON A ROLLING BASIS

• Compensation: $50 - $125/day (depending on the program) 
• Deadline to apply: For summer 2026, apply by May 31st (additional applications will be accepted on rolling basis) 
• To apply:  Send cover letter and resume to education@attacktheatre.com in a PDF format (please indicate whether you are interested in applying for Summer 2026 programming). No phone calls please. 

Attack Theatre seeks Teaching Artists for summer programming and beyond, 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.  

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. 

SPRING PROGRAM

• 2 in-person dance teaching artists for residency
• SIX/SEVEN hours, per day, starting in the morning
• Homestead, Pittsburgh
• Monday - Friday (4/27/26 - 6/13/26)

SUMMER PROGRAMS

*Stipend to attend Educator Training June 8-12 in the afternoon

Program 1

• 10-15 in-person dance teaching artists for workshops
• TWO/THREE hours, per day, starting in the morning
• Various locations (You will only be at one)
• Mondays and Tuesdays (6/22/26 - 7/14/26)

Program 2

• 2 in-person dance teaching artists for workshops
• THREE/FOUR hours, per day, starting at noon
• Tuesdays and Thursdays (6/23/26 - 7/30/26)

SKILLS, COMPETENCIES, AND INTERESTS 

•  Must be at least 18 years or older and able to pass required background checks and clearances (Act 33/34, PA Criminal Records Check and Federal Criminal Background Check)    
• Prior teaching experience and/or work with children 
• 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. While some of the above responsibilities may be completed remotely, there are aspects of this job that 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 periodically with appropriate PPE and safety measures 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.