CTC is proud to be an organization where a diverse mix of talented, committed and enthusiastic people gather to do their best work. We celebrate the glorious richness of our world by cultivating Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity as we create exceptional theatre experiences.

Work With Us...
Children’s Theatre of Charlotte (CTC) is seeking a full-time resident teaching artist (RTA) to join our education staff. We are looking for a seasoned teaching artist who is driven and excited to deliver excellent, quality instruction for the wide range of teaching opportunities. Our RTAs have a flexible 40-hour workweek that may include day and evening hours. The position is benefit-eligible with a salary of $31,000 per year.

Typical year-round assignments may include:  

• Teaching one of our 10-week Creative Drama classes for ages 2 to 5th grade and a 20-week School of Theatre Training (SOTT), grades 3-12, from September to May.
• Serving on the artistic or production team for OnStage, a performance opportunity for our SOTT students from March to May.
• Teaching in our Summer Camp from June to August.
• Teaching at our in-school long- and short-term residencies, community partnerships, and ASC culture blocks throughout the year.
• Teaching in our CTC Mini-Camps throughout the school year.
• Assisting the Ed Team with Theatre 360 program (Sensory Friendly Performances, Education Nights, Story Explorers collaboration with our library partners).
• Attending curriculum meetings and teacher training.

What we’re looking for…

• Bachelor’s degree in Theatre, Theatre Education, or equivalent professional teaching experience.
• Experience, enthusiasm and drive for teaching ages 3-18 in two or more of the following concentrations:
  • Musical Theatre/Choreography/vocal instruction
  • Acting/Directing
  • Early Childhood & Elementary
  • Middle School/Teens
• Proven ability to deliver quality theatre instruction based on CTC’s course of study and abiding by CTC training methods to meet student's need and ability.
• Create lesson plans for education programs derived from defined and prescribed curriculum.
• Communicate regularly with parents and staff, striving to maintain program quality.
• Ability to develop, deliver and demonstrate professional development designed for CTC Teaching Artist and outside theatre education professionals.
• Available to participate in weekly Education team meetings.
• Able to provide administrative support in the Education Department.