Teaching Artist Job at EnActe Arts Inc. in San Jose

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Base pay range

$40.00/hr - $60.00/hr

Join the EnActe School of Drama Family as a Teaching Artist

Position : Teaching Artist (Teaching Instructor)

Compensation : $40-$60 per hour (DOE) + Benefits

Location : On-site at San Jose & other Bay Area locations

Your Role & Impact

As a Teaching Artist with ESoD, you will guide young performers (ages 5-14) on their artistic journey by:

• Helping them find their authentic voice and creative spark.
• Building their confidence and ability to perform publicly.
• Developing essential life skills through theatrical training.
• Creating magical moments of discovery and growth.

Our courses cater to students of all levels, combining classic theatrical training with a focus on confidence-building, emotional awareness, and public speaking. Using the 3 Ps—Presentation, Perception, and Persuasion—we create a dynamic environment where students not only refine their creative and technical skills but also enhance their social-emotional intelligence.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Flexible teaching locations (on-site across the Bay Area).
• Supportive artistic community.

Your Background & Qualifications

We’re looking for passionate educators with expertise in one or more of the following:

• Acting and Performance
• Creative Writing and Storytelling
• Directing and Stage Management
• Filmmaking
• Theatre Production

What Makes You Perfect for This Role:

• You light up when working with young people and thrive in the classroom.
• You bring energy, creativity, and enthusiasm to every class.
• You are reliable and have your own transportation to commute within the Bay Area.
• Most importantly, you believe in the transformative power of arts education.

Location : This is an on-site position in San Jose and other Bay Area schools.

Transportation : Reliable transportation is a must, as you’ll be commuting to different teaching locations.

Availability : Interviews are ongoing, and classes begin in late August.

About EnActe Arts

EnActe Arts is a national, non-profit theatre and theatre education organization co-located in Silicon Valley, California, Houston, Texas and New York City.

EnActe Arts is a production house, a talent incubator and a platform for engaging the diverse populations of our community in conversation on social issues to create greater awareness and tolerance. Over 80% of work presented at EnActe is New Works, and EnActe is a proud member of CAATA (Consortium of Asian American Theatres) and NNPN (National New Play Network).

EnActe’s productions and programs are rooted in developing talent - creating opportunities for actors, playwrights and creative and technical production staff at any skill level and of all ages and ethnicities, and engaging communities on diverse issues.

About ESoD

EnActe School of Drama is the educational arm of the renowned Bay Area theatre company EnActe Arts, Inc., dedicated to global storytelling and diverse voices. ESoD provides drama-based holistic education for all ages, offering programs that develop essential life skills such as collaboration, communication, and creativity. Using the framework of theatre, our cutting-edge programs integrate technology into theatrical practices, equipping students with modern tools to enhance their artistic expression. Our highly qualified instructors bring advanced degrees or significant experience in theatre and are deeply passionate about inspiring the next generation.

Ready to Make a Difference?

We’d love to hear from you! Please email your resume, along with your availability for an interview, to:

Contact : Shalini Datta

Subject : "ESoD Education"

Join us in shaping tomorrow’s world by nurturing young performers who are confident, empathetic, and creative.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Entertainment Providers