Teaching Artist Aide

Job Profile:

Arts Programming Specialist 1 Non-Exempt

Job Family:

Arts Programming

Time Type:

PRN

Max Pay - Depends on experience:

$30.00 USD Hourly

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate''s degree and one (1) year of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Description:

ASU Gammage is seeking innovative and creative part-time Teaching Artist Aides that support an afterschool elementary musical theatre program and provide professional development to teachers at Title I schools. The work location for this position is at one elementary school location in the metro Phoenix area and occasional meetings on the ASU Tempe campus.

Disney Musicals in Schools is a free after-school program offered to a limited number of Title I elementary schools. Through the 17-week program, Disney Musicals in Schools Teaching Artist Aides guide school team of teachers through the process of producing a musical at their school using the Disney Musicals in Schools training model. The goal is to provide the training necessary for teachers and schools to be able to continue a theatre program for years to come. In early March, the DMIS schools perform on the ASU Gammage stage in the Student Share Celebration. Teaching Artist Aides are employees of ASU Gammage, not of the Walt Disney Company.

Please include answers to the following questions in your cover letter

• Why are you a good candidate for the ASU Gammage/DMIS Teaching Artist position?
• What musical theatre acting, singing, or dancing experience do you have?
• What theatrical directing, music directing or choreographing experience do you have?
• What teaching or work experience do you have with elementary students?
• Does your schedule allow you to be open at least one afternoon a week starting in Fall 2026? Which afternoons might you anticipate being available: Mon - Thu from approximately 2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. from September through early March?

Primary Duties

• Fulfill mandatory on-boarding and annual ASU online training requirements
• Attend 2-3 paid Teaching Artist Training and DMIS Orientation/Workshop sessions
• As a leader, collaborator and mentor, guide a 90-minute after school rehearsal for a Disney KIDS musical at an assigned metro Phoenix school once per week for 17 weeks
• Adequately prepare for each production meeting/rehearsal in accordance with DMIS expectations and appropriately adapt lessons to your assigned school's needs
• Submit weekly reports to the DMIS Program Coordinator
• Attend scheduled meetings with the DMIS Program Manager and the Program Coordinator
• Assist with assigned school's final performances in February or March 2027
• Participate in Student Share showcase in late March 2027

Mandatory Dates

• Attend All Day DMIS Orientation with Title 1 School Sites August 21 and 22, 2026
• Attend DMIS Alumni School Workshop all day September 11, 2026
• Weekly commitment one afternoon a week (M-Th) at a partner school from September 2026 - March 2027
• Attend DMIS Student Share at ASU Gammage from 2:30pm to 7:30pm on March 4, 2027

Knowledge and Skills Desired

• Ability to collaborate and remain flexible and positive with other professional artists
• Strong skills and experience in a combination of teaching, directing, choreographing, stage management, and/or music direction
• Experience in teaching students in class or camp settings (musical theatre/music)
• Experience in participating or working on a play or musical with students
• Strong leadership or group management skills
• Strong time-management skills; being punctual and reliable
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to student inclusion
• Demonstrate respect for all students, teachers, teaching artists, and administrators participating in the program, and offer a superior level of professionalism, customer service, and positivity
• Valid US Class D driver's license with reliable transportation to and from partner schools located in the metro Phoenix area
• Ability to obtain, at our expense, a fingerprint clearance card
• Proficient in public speaking.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Working Environment

• Frequent pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 25lbs.
• Frequent standing for long periods of time.
• Drive on university business and possess a valid US driver license upon employment.

Wage

$30.00 per hour

ASU Cultural Affairs is comprised of three units - ASU Gammage, ASU 365 Community Union and ASU Kerr. Through the mission of Connecting Communities, ASU Cultural Affairs makes an impact across the Valley of the Sun through the arts, entertainment, education and events.

ASU Gammage has been a top cultural destination in the Valley for more than 50 years. The Frank Lloyd Wright designed performing arts center located on the Tempe campus of Arizona State University is one of the largest university-based presenters of performing arts in the world and top touring market for Broadway. Home to the Desert Financial Broadway Across America - Arizona and Beyond series, the mission of Connecting Communities goes beyond the stage and programs and impacts the community through shared experiences in the arts.

ASU Cultural Affairs is committed to providing a welcoming, equitable and respectful environment for all in order to realize our mission of Connecting Communities through the arts, entertainment, education and events. Our core values serve as a guide for daring engagement, respectful dialogue and cross- collaboration. Learn more about our commitment and values at https://www.asugammage.com/about/asu- cultural-affairs-core-values

To learn about ASU Gammage, visit: asugammage.com/about

To learn about the ASU Charter and goals, visit: president.asu.edu/asu-mission-goals

Driving Requirement:

Driving is not required for this position.

Location:

Campus: Tempe

Funding:

No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

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To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter

• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

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Fingerprint Check Statement:

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.