Teaching Artist - Part time

Job Description Position Summary: Tilles Center for the Performing Arts at Long Island University is seeking teaching artists to work in our School Partnership program, an in-school program modeled on the philosophy and practices of aesthetic education and arts integration. We are seeking practicing theater, music and dance artists who possess a strong commitment to working with educators and young people to facilitate workshops with students (grades Pre-K – 12) in Long Island, New York schools. Work is intermittent, part-time, primarily during school hours, some late afternoons. Teaching includes planning with educators and direct instruction with students in pre-K through grade 12. Additional responsibilities include attending professional development sessions and administrative responsibilities (i.e., submission of written lesson plans, assessments, teaching schedules). Note: this is a teaching position; it is not a performance opportunity. Required Qualifications College degree. Background as a practicing performing artist with a strong commitment to working with educators and young people. Availability to train, and commitment to teach, in arts integration/aesthetic education approach. Strong oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; ability to facilitate group decision- making; ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; strong attention to detail; flexibility. Must be comfortable with interacting with students of all ages and abilities. Improvisation skills, basic singing/dancing, sense of humor, positive attitude, and extra compassion required. Current proof of fingerprinting clearance through NY State Department of Education is required for employment (or willingness to obtain same). Must have a car. (some mileage is reimbursed at the federal rate). Preferred Qualifications Teaching experience and/or experience working in K-12 schools preferred. Teaching experience with diverse populations and grade levels is a plus. Long Island resident preferred. Teaching artist experience a plus, but will train the right candidate Performers with disabilities, all gender identities, and racially, culturally and linguistically diverse performers are strongly encouraged to apply. Salary: $30 - $70 hourly, commensurate with experience. To apply, send a cover letter highlighting your experience in K-12 schools and your interest in working for Tilles Center’s School Partnership program with a headshot, resume and three professional references to tillesartsed@liu.edu. An additional application submission is required via the Long Island University jobs portal, jobs.liu.edu LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.