Support Teaching Artist, 15 hours a week, full year

Support Teaching Artist(s) for Interdisciplinary Performing Arts classes

• Description: Assist Lead & Guest teaching artists with program delivery on a regular schedule the full school year.. The program is an interdisciplinary “Performing Arts” class serving students in Grades K through 5.
• Location: Prescott Elementary School, 1632 W. Wrightwood Ave., Chicago, IL 60614

• Student Age Range: Grades K through 5 (details below)
• # Students/Class: about 22-26. On the small side for CPS.
• Schedule: Classes meet 5 days a week every day CPS is in session for the full school year:
  • • 12:45-1:45pm: Grades 4/5
    • 1:45-2:45pm: Grades K/1
    • 2:45-3:45pm: Grades 2/3
  • You may apply for the full position (15 hrs/ week) or part time (see examples under “To Apply,” below)

• Additional Information:
  • All applicants must:
    • complete a fingerprint background check immediately upon hire.
    • participate in paid training 2 to 4 times a year.
    • Be available on a regular schedule for the full school year.
  • Job duties include:
    • Working one-on-one with students who need assistance or need a break,
    • Helping the Lead and Guest Teaching Artists deliver their curriculum.
    • Helping set up/break down class space, supplies and materials.
    • Leading some games, warm-ups and activities.
    • Fill in for (and be paid as) the Lead TA in case of absence.
• Qualifications:
  • 2 or more years experience teaching youth in any field.
  • 5 or more years experience (professional or hobbyist) with music, dance, theater, and/or visual arts.
• About Us: Idea Box Integrated Arts is a deliberately small arts education non-profit focusing on interdisciplinary, cross-disciplinary, and academically integrated arts residencies. Our programs focus on introducing the tools of art-making, then guiding students through the creative process to develop their own work using what they have learned. For examples of past residencies, visit www.ideaboxarts.org/work-samples.
• Pay: $20/hr for all class hours, 2 to 15 hours a week (depending on applicant availability)
• To Apply: Email Emily Leonard at ideaboxdirector@gmail.com with the following information:
  • A cover letter detailing the reasons you are a good fit for this position.
  • Email addresses for 3 references who can speak to your experience working with youth.
  • Indicate whether you are applying for all or some classes. For example:
    • “I’m available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:45 to 2:45.”
    • “I’m available from 2:45-3:45 five days a week.”
    • “I’m available for the full time—12:45 to 3:45pm, 5 days a week.”
  • Title your email “Support Teaching Artist Application.”
  • Deadline to apply: August 8, 2022.