Performing Arts Instructor (School Programs, Evenings and Weekend Classes)

Req ID: 25323
Vacancy Type: Part-Time
Number of Positions: 5
Closing Date: 08/16/2024

Job Summary
Our team is seeking dynamic instructors to teach Drama-based program(s) to school groups during weekdays and members of the public during evenings and weekends. Responsible for the instruction of programs as outlined by the Culture and Recreation Divisions to meet the needs of participants and to ensure adequate safety while facilitating the activity.

Duties and Responsibilities
Instruct comprehensive school and sessional drama program(s) as developed by Culture or Recreation Division to meet the needs of all participants in the program(s).
Work with groups of up to 30 participants
Provide theatre instruction for participants in various techniques/focuses and levels of theatre as outlined in the program outline including demonstrating proper techniques, use of materials and equipment and coaching of participants
Prepare and submit detailed lessons plans (including HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development, if appropriate) by outlined deadlines to ensure classes are meeting program outlines
Plan, rehearse and present a show for end of session performance to highlight achievements of the participants as per program specifications
Liaise with sound and lighting theatre technicians and front of house staff for rehearsals and showcases to deliver quality performances as per programming requirements.
Teach basic to advanced theater technique to program participants through group lessons
Incorporate and model the HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development in program delivery where appropriate
Find and prepare theatre material that is appropriate for the program and matches technical exercises used in class
Ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants by adhering to Department Safety and Program Standards.
Manage participants’ behavior to ensure safety
Provide program modifications as required and monitor participants to prevent injury
Use creative teaching approaches to meet the individual needs of participants
Ensure program space is appropriate and set up to maximize program delivery potential and safety of participants.
Provide quality customer service and act as a knowledgeable resource to participants
Promote program and provide information for progression within the performing arts program
Ensure all participants are registered correctly into programs, maintain attendance lists and perform any additional administrative tasks as required.
Communicate with Supervisor regarding program.

Skills and Qualifications
Minimum of 3 years experience teaching or performing in theatre/musical theatre
Theatre Teaching certification preferred
Completed intermediate/ advance level exams in related field (or must be able to satisfy the requirements of the syllabus)
Emergency First Aid and CPR “B” Certification
HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development
Physical exercises while instructing
Primarily community centre environment.
A Level 3 – Vulnerable check will be required of the successful candidate, as a condition of employment, at their own expense, to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted
Candidates must be available to participate in a practical assessment from August – early September
Candidates must be available for training September 14 and 15 (full day) and September 17 and 18 (evening)
Programs start September 21
Pay rate is determined based on the program that is being instructed – School, Children, Adult.
Instructors are paid for class prep/program specific requirements for each class taught and meetings in addition to the actual classroom teaching time.
Training is also compensated at an hourly training rate of $16.55/hour.

Hourly Rates;
Evening/Weekend Children Classes: $17.70 – $21.08
Evening/Weekend Adult Classes: $22.61 – $24.85
School Workshops: $22.12 – $29.49

Candidates successful in the interview round will be invited to participate in a practical assessment.
PLEASE NOTE: The City of Mississauga pays hourly for the time directly spent teaching each class. In addition, Instructors will be further compensated for program specific prep requirements per class taught.

Hourly Rate/Salary: $17.70-$29.49
Grade: PB/PD/PF
Hours of Work: up to 24 hours
Work Location: Various
Department/Division/Section: CMS/Community Services Dept , CMS/Culture Division , Culture Services
Non-Union/Union: Non Union

Applicants applying to this posting may be considered for the same position(s) should another vacancy occur within six months from the date of this posting, unless the requirement to repost is expressed differently in a Collective Agreement.

If you are selected for an interview and your proposed transfer or promotion results in a real or perceived conflict of interest in relation to the Employment of Relatives Corporate Policy and Procedure, you must notify the Human Resources Representative as soon as possible.

If you are selected for an interview you are expected to disclose all current positions held in the City, whether full time or part time.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.