Job Description:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Career Technology Education (CTE) Instructor specializing in the performing arts field to join our team. As a CTE Instructor, you will play a crucial role in equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences necessary to pursue careers in various aspects of the performing arts industry. You will engage students in hands-on learning experiences, provide mentorship, and foster creativity and innovation in the classroom.

Responsibilities:

Curriculum Development: Develop and implement curriculum and instructional materials tailored to the performing arts field, ensuring alignment with state standards, industry standards and emerging trends.
Instructional Delivery: Deliver engaging and interactive lessons, workshops, and demonstrations that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities, utilizing a variety of teaching methodologies and technologies.
Skill Development: Facilitate skill development in areas such as acting, dance, music, stagecraft, technical production, and other relevant disciplines within the performing arts.
Practical Experience: Provide opportunities for students to gain practical experience through hands-on projects, performances, rehearsals, and participation in extracurricular activities such as theater productions and showcases.
Industry Connections: Foster relationships with industry professionals, organizations, and institutions to facilitate guest lectures, internships, job shadowing, and other experiential learning opportunities for students.
Assessment and Feedback: Assess student progress through various methods, including performance evaluations, projects, presentations, and portfolios, and provide constructive feedback to support their growth and development.
Classroom Management: Create a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive to creativity, collaboration, and respect, while maintaining discipline and enforcing safety protocols.
Professional Development: Stay informed about advancements in the performing arts industry, attend relevant workshops, conferences, and training sessions, and continually seek opportunities to enhance personal and professional skills.
Collaboration: Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, parents, and community stakeholders to support student success, promote program visibility, and advocate for the performing arts education.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or higher in Performing Arts, Theatre Arts, Dance, Music, Education, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
Teaching certification or licensure in the relevant subject area or willingness to obtain certification.
Proven experience as a performing arts educator, preferably in a secondary or post-secondary setting.

Performing Arts Teacher