Teaching Artist Art Area Specialist
Summer 2026 | Seasonal / Contract Position
Reports to: Director of Education, Camp Manager
Position Overview
Columbus Children’s Theatre seeks dynamic, skilled teaching artists to lead summer camp instruction in a specific arts discipline, including theatre, improv, movement, dance, music, technical theatre or visual arts. Teaching Artists serve as lead instructors, designing and facilitating engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences that inspire creativity, collaboration, and confidence in young people.
Teaching Artists play a central role in delivering high-quality arts education while fostering a safe, inclusive, and joyful camp environment. This position works closely with the Director of Education, Camp Manager, Camp Coordinators, Learning Support Staff (Adventure Guides), and fellow teaching artists to ensure cohesive and successful camp programming.
This role supports camps held at CCT’s Naghten campus as well as off-site satellite camp locations throughout Central Ohio.
This is a seasonal/contract position aligned with CCT’s summer camp schedule, with some preparation time required outside of camp hours.
Schedule & Duration
Camp weeks run June 2 - August 8, 2025
No camp the week of June 30 - July 4
Teaching Artists may work full-time or part-time, depending on assignment
Preparation and planning may occur during evenings or weekends as needed
Assignments may include camps at CCT Naghten and/or satellite camp locations
Key Responsibilities
Instruction and Curriculum Leadership
Design and lead engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction in an assigned arts discipline
Deliver lessons that encourage creativity, collaboration, and student voice
Adapt instruction in real time to meet the needs of diverse learners and age groups
Classroom & Camp Leadership
Serve as the lead instructor in assigned camp sessions
Utilize strong, confident classroom management strategies
Create a positive, inclusive, and well-structured learning environment
Support student transitions throughout the building and between activities
Collaboration & Teamwork
Collaborate with the Arts Education Coordinator on curriculum goals and program structure
Wrok cooperatively with Learning Support Staff (Adventure Guides) and assistants
Communicate effectively with Camp Coordinators and Camp Manager regarding daily operations and student needs
Student Support & Engagement
Foster a nurturing environment where students feel safe, respected, and empowered to express themselves creatively
Support students socially and emotionally through theatre-based activities and group work
Professionalism & Operations
Assist with attendance, daily check-in and pick-up procedures as needed
Maintain a clean, organized classroom or studio space, including resetting rooms and storing materials
Follow all CCT safety policies, supervision standards, and behavior expectations
Be familiar with and adhere to the Teaching Artist Handbook and Code of Ethics
Qualifications & Experience
Required:
Demonstrated experience teaching or facilitating arts instruction for children or teens
Expertise or training in one or more arts disciplines (theatre, improv, movement, dance, music, technical theatre or visual arts, etc.)
Strong classroom management and group facilitation skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with staff and administration
Comfort working with multiple age groups
CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain prior to camp)
Ability to pass a background check
Preferred:
Experience working in camp, school, or arts-education settings
Experience working with diverse learners and inclusive classrooms
Flexibility and adaptability in fast-paced, camp-style environments
Compensation
Compensation is contract-based and commensurate with experience, specialization, and instructional responsibilities
Paid preparation time may be included depending on assignment
To Apply:
Please send your resume and cover letter to David Glover,