Assistant Lighting Designer and Board Operator- "Tethering In Wander Land"
CDE is seeking an assistant lighting designer and board operator for our upcoming production "Tethering in Wander Land" a collaborative performance and art exhibition. We are looking for someone to assist our designer, learn our ETC Nomad board, how we put on shows at CDE, and who will be able to help us as we expand our programming. We are looking for people who are interested in building long-term relationships.
Dates and Times: Oct. 27: 1:00-10:00 p.m.
Oct. 28, 29, 30(dress rehearsal) : 6:00- 10:00 p.m.
Performances: Nov. 1, 2, 8, 9- 8pm show- 6pm call time
On Oct. 29 and 30th, our Lighting Designer/Technical Director, has been called away for a touring obligation, the person we hire, will take over the show.
We are also hoping that whomever we hire, will also be able to continue to work at our theater for our future productions and with our subsized rentals program.
Compensation: This is an independent contractor position. $400 for board operations and $350 for designer fee: total $750. Ideally, we are looking for one person for both positions but if you are unable, please specify.
To apply: Email [email protected] with Tech-Application in subject line, resume/portfolio and THREE references.
Dates and Times: Oct. 27: 1:00-10:00 p.m.
Oct. 28, 29, 30(dress rehearsal) : 6:00- 10:00 p.m.
Performances: Nov. 1, 2, 8, 9- 8pm show- 6pm call time
On Oct. 29 and 30th, our Lighting Designer/Technical Director, has been called away for a touring obligation, the person we hire, will take over the show.
We are also hoping that whomever we hire, will also be able to continue to work at our theater for our future productions and with our subsized rentals program.
Compensation: This is an independent contractor position. $400 for board operations and $350 for designer fee: total $750. Ideally, we are looking for one person for both positions but if you are unable, please specify.
To apply: Email [email protected] with Tech-Application in subject line, resume/portfolio and THREE references.
Do you like kids? Want to make an impact in the commUNITY?
Then come work with the Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble!
We are hiring artists of all backgrounds to work with our PREK-4th programs.
Teaching Artists Description:
CDE is expanding our programming this year and we need people who are interested in learning how to teach, have fun, learn other art disciplines, and of course, make a difference in a kid's life!
We are seeking artists of all backgrounds (music, theater, dance, visual art) to join our part-time contracted Teaching Artists staff for our in-school and after-school programs. This is an excellent opportunity for creative people who know that teaching the arts is more than just dance steps and memorizing lines but truly makes an impact in a child’s life.
For our "Books Alive"- Early Childhood (PreK-2nd), we are looking for artists who can teach and learn our curriculum that combines creative movement, music, and art and based on books and art integration. Our curriculum is a guide that you can use to then create your own. We are there to support you in the classroom with ongoing training. Teachers with musical theater, dance, theater, and music are all encouraged to apply. Our program is adaptable; most important thing is to be creative and have a passion for kids in grades PRK-2nd.
After-school dance, theater, and visual art programming for 3-4th grade. We have a guide for our curriculum for you to use, training, and more.
BIPOC and Spanish-speaking individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Compensation:
$38-$50 depending on classes, program, and experience. $20-25 hourly rate for camp and supervising aftercare.
*For those in school or without experience, we may start you as an assistant and as we train you, move you to a lead teaching position.
Additional Compensation:
$200 yearly professional development stipend.
$50-150 monthly planning and meeting fee.
Initial training is paid as well depending on experience. We begin all of our teachers with co-teaching to help teach our programming.
We invest in you, so you can help invest in the Chicago commUNITY.
Teaching Artists are an integral part of all residencies’ curriculum planning and documentation, and will meet with classroom teachers/program coordinators prior to and throughout each residency. We are looking for a diverse group of artists who would like to expand upon their main discipline incorporating other art forms into their classes and who can link literacy and social/emotional learning.
Other Artistic Opportunities:
Many of CDE teaching artists have been working with us 2-8 years and we have been working with many of our partnerships within schools for 2-18 years. We believe in long-term relationship building in order to make a change in the commUNITY. We are looking for artists interested in performing, creating and making art with us on stage and in our art exhibitions.
Location and population served: Classes are for students in Chicago in grades Pre-K–4th as well as at social service organizations. The majority of our population is with at risk school age, youth and young adults.
Teaching Philosophy:
CDE teaching artists carefully plan lessons through a fully developed progressive education curriculum and pedagogy that explore a particular theme through music, dance, art, and drama.
By emphasizing the creative process, students can express their thoughts and opinions through the arts, thereby nurturing teamwork, discipline, constructive criticism, and the ability to see projects through to completion. This type of education enables CDE to provide students with skills that better prepare them for high school and college. This teaching methodology has evolved to encourage students' social-emotional growth and artistic competency. CDE instructors are trained to positively reinforce good behaviors, teamwork, and creative risk-taking rather than creating an authoritarian environment. As a result, students discover holistic development to better empower their educational and creative prowess.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Skills & Qualifications:
• Minimum 1-year experience working with kids in some way; however, if you are interested, please still apply and explain why you are interested even if you don't have experience.
• BA or BFA required *teaching assistants can be enrolled in a program.
• Experience with arts integration/multidisciplinary arts learning
• Spanish language skills a plus
• Must be able to improvise/be flexible
• Demonstrate experience advocating for equality, diversity, and inclusion and understand social/emotional learning
• Professional demeanor when interacting with students, partner teachers, and staff
Application Procedure: Email the following information to [email protected], with “Teaching Artist Application” in the subject heading
no phone calls
CDE is expanding our programming this year and we need people who are interested in learning how to teach, have fun, learn other art disciplines, and of course, make a difference in a kid's life!
We are seeking artists of all backgrounds (music, theater, dance, visual art) to join our part-time contracted Teaching Artists staff for our in-school and after-school programs. This is an excellent opportunity for creative people who know that teaching the arts is more than just dance steps and memorizing lines but truly makes an impact in a child’s life.
For our "Books Alive"- Early Childhood (PreK-2nd), we are looking for artists who can teach and learn our curriculum that combines creative movement, music, and art and based on books and art integration. Our curriculum is a guide that you can use to then create your own. We are there to support you in the classroom with ongoing training. Teachers with musical theater, dance, theater, and music are all encouraged to apply. Our program is adaptable; most important thing is to be creative and have a passion for kids in grades PRK-2nd.
After-school dance, theater, and visual art programming for 3-4th grade. We have a guide for our curriculum for you to use, training, and more.
BIPOC and Spanish-speaking individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Compensation:
$38-$50 depending on classes, program, and experience. $20-25 hourly rate for camp and supervising aftercare.
*For those in school or without experience, we may start you as an assistant and as we train you, move you to a lead teaching position.
Additional Compensation:
$200 yearly professional development stipend.
$50-150 monthly planning and meeting fee.
Initial training is paid as well depending on experience. We begin all of our teachers with co-teaching to help teach our programming.
We invest in you, so you can help invest in the Chicago commUNITY.
Teaching Artists are an integral part of all residencies’ curriculum planning and documentation, and will meet with classroom teachers/program coordinators prior to and throughout each residency. We are looking for a diverse group of artists who would like to expand upon their main discipline incorporating other art forms into their classes and who can link literacy and social/emotional learning.
Other Artistic Opportunities:
Many of CDE teaching artists have been working with us 2-8 years and we have been working with many of our partnerships within schools for 2-18 years. We believe in long-term relationship building in order to make a change in the commUNITY. We are looking for artists interested in performing, creating and making art with us on stage and in our art exhibitions.
Location and population served: Classes are for students in Chicago in grades Pre-K–4th as well as at social service organizations. The majority of our population is with at risk school age, youth and young adults.
Teaching Philosophy:
CDE teaching artists carefully plan lessons through a fully developed progressive education curriculum and pedagogy that explore a particular theme through music, dance, art, and drama.
By emphasizing the creative process, students can express their thoughts and opinions through the arts, thereby nurturing teamwork, discipline, constructive criticism, and the ability to see projects through to completion. This type of education enables CDE to provide students with skills that better prepare them for high school and college. This teaching methodology has evolved to encourage students' social-emotional growth and artistic competency. CDE instructors are trained to positively reinforce good behaviors, teamwork, and creative risk-taking rather than creating an authoritarian environment. As a result, students discover holistic development to better empower their educational and creative prowess.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Attend all Teaching Artist professional development workshops
- Develop, teach, and document an arts-integrated curriculum that focuses on the creative process, social-emotional learning, and literacy.
- Implement assessment tools embedded within the programming
- Collaborate with classroom teachers/program directors and colleagues to create innovative residency experiences for students
Skills & Qualifications:
• Minimum 1-year experience working with kids in some way; however, if you are interested, please still apply and explain why you are interested even if you don't have experience.
• BA or BFA required *teaching assistants can be enrolled in a program.
• Experience with arts integration/multidisciplinary arts learning
• Spanish language skills a plus
• Must be able to improvise/be flexible
• Demonstrate experience advocating for equality, diversity, and inclusion and understand social/emotional learning
• Professional demeanor when interacting with students, partner teachers, and staff
- Must be able to collaborate/ work well with administrative staff and classroom teachers
- Ability to travel to various locations and schools in the Chicago area.
- Must be patient and skilled in childhood and youth development
- Minimum 1-year commitment
- Fingerprinted background check is required.
Application Procedure: Email the following information to [email protected], with “Teaching Artist Application” in the subject heading
no phone calls
- Resume with childcare experience & three references
- A brief explanation of why you are interested in this position.
- State whether or not you have a car & availability.