Theater and Acting Instructor

Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour

Job description:

Are you passionate about theater and enjoy inspiring young performers? We are seeking a creative, energetic, and engaging Youth Theater & Acting Instructor to lead an exciting week-long theater program for students ages 10–14.

The instructor will introduce students to the fundamentals of acting through fun, interactive lessons that build confidence, creativity, communication, and teamwork. Participants will explore character development, improvisation, voice projection, movement, stage presence, storytelling, and basic performance techniques while working together in a supportive and encouraging environment. The program may culminate in an informal showcase where students can demonstrate the skills they've learned throughout the week.

Program Schedule

• Location: 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale, Virginia 
• Dates: September 13, 2026 – November 1, 2026
• Days: Sunday
• Time: 1PM – 1:55 PM
• Age Group: 10 – 14 years old

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging theater and acting lessons for youth participants.
• Teach acting fundamentals, including improvisation, character development, voice projection, movement, and stage presence.
• Encourage creativity, self-expression, confidence, and teamwork through theater activities and games.
• Prepare students for an optional end-of-week performance or informal showcase.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment where all students feel comfortable participating.
• Supervise students throughout the program and ensure their safety and well-being.
• Communicate professionally with parents, staff, and program coordinators.
• Arrive prepared with lesson plans, scripts, props, or other instructional materials as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in theater, acting, performing arts, drama education, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience teaching, directing, coaching, or mentoring children is highly desirable.
• Strong communication, classroom management, and leadership skills.
• Ability to inspire creativity while building confidence and collaboration among students.
• Reliable, enthusiastic, patient, and organized.

This is an excellent opportunity for actors, theater educators, drama teachers, directors, performing arts professionals, and college students studying theater or education who are passionate about sharing the performing arts with young learners through a fun and engaging summer program.

Application Question(s):

• Are you 18 or older?

Experience:

• Theater: 4 years (Required)
• Acting: 1 year (Required)
• Working with children: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Annandale, VA 22003 (Required)

Work Location: In person