Performing Arts Floater

Performing Arts Floater (Teaching Artist – Part-Time)

Organization: Raw Talent Performing Arts
Location: Chicago, IL (Multiple School Sites – CPS & Community Programs)
Schedule: Part-Time (10–20 hours/week, flexible based on availability)
Compensation: $35–$50/hour

🎭 About the Role

Raw Talent Performing Arts is seeking a passionate, reliable, and adaptable Performing Arts Floater to support our growing school-based arts programming across Chicago.

This is an excellent opportunity for college students, recent graduates, and emerging artists who are interested in arts education, youth development, and community impact.

As a Floater, you will have the opportunity to work across multiple school sites, supporting or leading classes in areas such as dance, theater, music, and creative expression, while gaining hands-on experience in arts-integrated learning environments.

🎯 What You’ll Do

• Lead or assist arts classes in dance, theater, music, or creative arts
• Provide coverage for teaching artists across different school locations
• Support program delivery in elementary and high school settings
• Engage students through creative, structured, and interactive lessons
• Help maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment
• Adapt quickly to different age groups, classrooms, and program needs
• Collaborate with team members to ensure high-quality program delivery

🌟 What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in arts education and classroom facilitation
• Exposure to Chicago Public Schools and community-based programming
• Opportunities to grow as a teaching artist and youth leader
• Real-world experience in arts integration and social-emotional learning (SEL)
• A chance to make a meaningful impact in underserved communities

🧠 Qualifications

• Background or strong interest in performing arts (dance, theater, music, etc.)
• Experience working with youth (preferred but not required)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to be flexible, dependable, and responsive
• Interest in education, youth development, or community-based work

⭐ Preferred

• Experience in multiple artistic disciplines
• Classroom or group facilitation experience
• Interest in pursuing a career in arts education or nonprofit work

📩 How to Apply

Submit your resume along with a brief statement of interest sharing your experience in the arts and your interest in working with youth.

Raw Talent Performing Arts is an interdisciplinary arts organization dedicated to empowering youth through creative expression, arts education, and community-based programming.